I had my hernia repaired many years ago, but I am unhappy with the appearance of my outtie. What is a reasonable estimate for an umbilicoplasty that involves changing my outtie into an innie? (I have no need for tummy tuck, liposuction, or hernia repair.)
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From your photo, it appears that you would be a good candidate for aumbilicoplasty surgery. This will improve your belly button, but it seems that the stretch marks you have will likely partially remain since they are so extensive.
You should see a board certified plastic surgeon in your area ...
I think you have way too much skin excess for an umbilicoplasty to be successful. When I have looked at pre and post op photos on websites, by in large the only ones that look better are the patients who had umbilical hernias bulging out the navel and those with bad scars from navel rings...
Our office specializes in belly button revision surgery. The CT scan will clarify whether the cause is infectious or scar related. Both situations can be corrected. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS