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Can a basic umbilicoplasty procedure repair/remove ugly scar tissue left by navel piercings? (Photo)

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ChloeVeronique
Before my pregnancy, I had 3 navel rings. During pregnancy, the scars discolored and I gained some stretch marks around my navel. Also, I have what I think is an umbilical hernia. I am currently 8 months postpartum Can an umbilicoplasty repair my umbilical hernia? Can a procedure be done simultaneously, under local anaesthetic, that would remove, repair or minimize the appearance of the piercing scars? If umbilicoplasty won't address the scars, what kind of procedure will? Cost?

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