I had a tummy tuck 6 years ago and gained weight during covid, which led me to bariatric surgery a year ago to reverse and stem future weight gain. Whilst I have no regrets, I'm not happy with my belly button scarring as the stitch lines are so visible. Would be interested to know my options on how to achieve a more pleasing result aesthetically, perhaps even reducing the amount it protrudes so there’s less scarring visible outside the fold. Or other revision options for improvement.
August 4, 2023
Answer: Scar revision Scar revision and belly button reshaping can be performed to improve your appearance. This would be a surgical procedure that can be performed by a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in performing these procedures.
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August 4, 2023
Answer: Scar revision Scar revision and belly button reshaping can be performed to improve your appearance. This would be a surgical procedure that can be performed by a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in performing these procedures.
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November 4, 2024
Answer: Can belly button scarring be improved 6 years post tummy tuck? Hello and thank you for your question. It is highly unlikely that the appearance of your belly button will change at this point. Belly button scar revision surgery can be performed to make it more of an "innie" belly button and to improve/minimize scarring on the outside. I would recommend to obtain an in person consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to further discuss your options and expectations. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. I hope this helps. Best, Dr. Karanetz Dr. Irena Karanetz Fellowship-Trained Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 4, 2024
Answer: Can belly button scarring be improved 6 years post tummy tuck? Hello and thank you for your question. It is highly unlikely that the appearance of your belly button will change at this point. Belly button scar revision surgery can be performed to make it more of an "innie" belly button and to improve/minimize scarring on the outside. I would recommend to obtain an in person consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to further discuss your options and expectations. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. I hope this helps. Best, Dr. Karanetz Dr. Irena Karanetz Fellowship-Trained Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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