Can belly button scarring be improved 6 years post tummy tuck? (Photos)

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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.

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.
Belly button revision is possible. Contact your surgeon to discuss your options. Best wishes!

Sepehr Lajevardi, MBBS, PhD, FRACS · Answer

Hi. During abdominoplasty the new umbi is usually sutured down to the fascia at the base to pull it in giving it a more aesthetically pleasing look. If you have had weight fluctuations after that these may have stretched the skin. You should see your Plastic Surgeon to consider revising the scar to re-attach it down to the fascia to help reduce the visibility of the scars.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear kellyess,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

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.

Irena Karanetz, MD · Answer

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

Can belly button scarring be improved 6 years post tummy tuck? (Photos)

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