Can a tubal ligation that looks like a belly button be fixed? (photo)

Question

This procedure. Has ruined my life. I have low self esteem. And have not wore a bikini. In years. It was done. In 2002. My partner says it looks. Creepy. My sex life. Has been. Ruined. Im embarassed. Can this. Be fixed. So it won't look like. A. Belly button.

Yily De Los Santos, MD · Answer

Of course, this scar can be excised. It would be a minor cosmetic procedure so it won't take long.Look for a plastic board certified plastic surgeon

Don W. Griffin, MD · Answer

The depressed scar can easily be revised to improve the appearance. A tummy tuck will also eliminate the depression and would also remove the extra skin on your abdomen if this is something you are interested in pursuing.Good luck

Brian J. Lee, MD · Answer

Absolutely! The scar can be repaired very easily using a local anesthetic in the office for under a couple hundred dollars in the office as a cosmetic procedure. If you are suffering so much and your relationships are suffering because of a scar, we would need to explore the underlying issues, if any. Seek consultation and rid yourself of this easily revised scar.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Absolutely!!! You have indented scar retraction effect. A boarded PS can correct with re excision and layered closure.... Fee in $2,000 range..

Peter E. Johnson, MD · Answer

Of course the scar can be released and corrected, and perhaps your insurance plan can help out as the depressed scar is the result of a surgical procedure. Your surgeon can inquire with a predetermination with your insurance.

John Sampson, MD (license obligations) · Answer

You have a scar deformity that you do not like. Obviously it can be fixed. That is what plastic surgeons do. Please see a board certified plastic surgeon, you will be pleasantly suprised.

Remus Repta, MD · Answer

The depression below your belly button can be repaired.  Either fat grafting or excision and closure of that area as a horizontal incision can be performed.  Which of these options would be best for you will depend on the physical examination as well as what you would like to achieve.All the best,Dr. Remus Repta

Robert T. Buchanan, MD (retired) · Answer

If you want to get back to wearing a Bikini, the first thing you need t do is lose a significant amount of weight. That will do two things for you. First, it will assure that you look your best when you do get back into a Bikini. Secondly, it will make repairing the scar easier. This scar can easily be repaired, but removing the presure from the underlying fat pressing upward on it will help significantly.

Ronald V. DeMars, MD (Retired) · Answer

That correction takes about 35-45 minutes under local anesthesia and any trained plastic surgeon can easily make the necessary corrections. The pain and recovery are minimal.

Joseph W. Aguiar, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Yes, the scar you have is indented because the tissue is tethered down to the muscle.  The scar can definitely be improved with fat grafting.  You could also have the scar excised.Seek and in person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for the best advice for you.  Good luck!

Can a tubal ligation that looks like a belly button be fixed? (photo)

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