What are my options? Umbilicoplasty for post-partum belly button? (Photo)

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I am almost 2 years postpartum with my final child and I can't stand the way my belly button looks. My skin was stretched to the point that my old naval piercing has both holes visible and there is some droop of skin. I was hoping there was a less invasive way to fix this instead of an umbiblicoplasty or mini tummy tuck but I don't know what my options are. Please help!

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Based on thse photos, the only procedure to consider is improvement in BB appearance. That is very delicate procedure; be very selective; board certified plastic surgeon with known experience in body contouring surgery, is recommended.

Michael E. Decherd, MD, FACS · Answer

There is not a "non-invasive" way to deal with that. Some of that skin needs to be removed. It gets tricky with the piercing there as well...I'd start with a consultation, but it might be easiest to leave it alone.

Good luck!

Good luck!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear kayshave,
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, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Ahmad H. Ahmadi, MD · Answer

I would suggest you ensure no hernia is under the belly button. A board-certified plastic surgeon can examine you and rule out a hernia. As for improving the appearance of your belly button, you will need to excise some of the loose skin around the belly button. There is no non-invasive way of dealing with it.

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