Why does my belly button look like this after tummy tuck? (photos)

Question

I've seen ladies after their tummy tuck and their belly button looks natural, why does mine look like this? Did my surgeon do a different method for it to look like this?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

As someone who performs more tummy tucks and more total surgeries than almost anyone, I can tell you that preoperative anatomy such as hernia or short umbilical stalk or thin flap or umbilical repositioning closer to midline or umbilical repositioning higher on the flap to maintain proportions can make these issues much more complicated than others may admit.  Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your picture. I agree with my colleague that your bellybutton is larger than it typically should be. Hyperpigmentation may resolve with time but it can be aided by the use of hydroquinone for short period.

Michael Law, MD · Answer

Discuss this problem with your plastic surgeon. Be sure his before and after photos include many, many belly button surgeries that look beautiful and natural. If not, consider seeing another plastic surgeon.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Poorly planned umbilical re positioning, too wide an opening is seen in your posted photos. To solve this dilemma only IN PERSON consults are recommended...

Peter Kreymerman, MD, FACS · Answer

Your belly button seems to be larger then most.  Several factors can contribute to this but the only correction is surgical revision.  This can usually be done under local anesthesia.  Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon and he/she should be able to give you a few options.

Remus Repta, MD · Answer

Dear momof4girlys,Your belly button appears to be bigger than ideal.  I cannot tell if you have hyperpigmented or hypertrophic scarring from the photo.  If you are early, there is a possibility that the belly button may improve.  Once all healing is done, options with regards to improvement can be discussed.All the best,Dr. Remus Repta

Why does my belly button look like this after tummy tuck? (photos)

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