Can anything be done to fix my outie belly button? (photos)

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I'm 18 years old, about 5'5 and 120lbs. I went to see a plastic surgeon when I was 16 and he seemed very hesitant about doing anything to fix my outie, and also said he had never heard of an umbilicoplasty being done. He sent me for a CT scan to make sure it wasn't a hernia - which it wasn't. After that it didn't really go anywhere, as he seemed very unsure about how to go about operating. Is there anyone who thinks there's something that can be done to make my outie an innie?

Andrew T. Cohen, MD, FACS · Answer

You have an outie belly button.  I fix many of these.  I make a superior incision and put deep sutures to hold it down to the fascia.  You have some extra skin to remove centrally which I would most likely resect as well. Best to go to someone who is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who has lots of experience with this surgery. Andrew Cohen MD

Mark Gaon, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Yes indeed, an "outie" belly button can be revised to became in "innie". The procedure can range from very quick and simple, to more complex if there is an associated umbilical hernia. Without a physical exam, there is little more that I can recommend for you. You can try setting up an appointment with another plastic surgeon in your area.

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