Is the amount of puckering around my navel normal and will it go away? (Photo)

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My plastic surgeon told me it would eventually go away.  This is 3 days after my belly button repair to make it an innie. I also had a belly button piercing and after having kids the scar was saggy and gross so the surgeon removed that as well. I’m discouraged by the amount of puckering and want to know if it will get better. Thanks

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Nanderson,I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome of your surgery surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process at 3 days  post op.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides you will be able to see the final result of your surgery.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

It's difficult to predict how much of this puckering will resolve. However, at three days you would expect to see a significant improvement over a period of weeks to months.

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Is the amount of puckering around my navel normal and will it go away? (Photo)

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