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What methods could I use to turn my outie belly button into an innie without surgery?

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RealSelfCustomer7647Jul 12, 2020

I have heard about umbilicoplasty but am not a big fan of plastic surgery. I have searched all over the internet for a solution to at least make my belly button protrude less. However, I cannot find anything. Please help me with a few tips to stop my belly button from sticking out so far!!!

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