Can you make the belly button opening larger during tummy tuck? Had laparoscopic when younger, have one upper and lower scar

Yes, it should be possible to increase the umbilical diameter in most cases. When the stock is deep and compliant this would be fairly easy. With a short stalk and firmer tissues, the amount of increase would be less.

Dear benoo1,
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

This is a good question. The short answer is that your belly button can be made to be a little bit larger in diameter. One concern is that the scar will make it difficult to dissection, and may potentially compromise the blood flow to a larger belly button; however, since enough time has passed, the blood supply should be good and suitable for an incision to make it slightly bigger. Hope this helps!

Thank you for your query. It is indeed possible to make the belly button larger . The length (stalk) of the belly button is quite long and it can be opened up to make it larger from side to side. Please discuss your concerns with an experienced Board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and guide you. All the best!

During a tummy tuck you can often tailor the belly button to a variety of shapes and sizes. It is quite possible to make it larger.
hope this helps!
Dr Halka

You did not post a photo, so I cannot be specific. But some scarred belly buttons can be enlarged and some cannot. An examination is needed to be certain.

Today, more than ever there are various options for belly, button, size and location. That being said in your situation, depending on your skin laxity, you may be a perfect candidate for something called a neo umbilicus. This is when your surgeon creates a new belly button and gets rid of any type of scarring around the existing belly button. 

Yes, the belly button size can be adjusted during a tummy tuck. Be sure to discuss your goals with your surgeon and review before/after photos to help describe what shape and size you are wanting.