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How could I fix my belly button with minimal scarring? (Photo)

Compassionate778672Aug 17, 2022
Because of my job i need to fix my belly button in a way that doesn’t scream “I HAD SURGERY”. Naturally I’d return it to its youth , but I’m willing to compensate for just a decent looking belly button and minimal scaring.

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Andrew T. Cohen, MD, FACS

Yes. I do feel that this is happening due to excess skin inside your belly button. Best option is a revision . Cut would be around the entire belly button … resection of skin and closure. It will work. Go to a board certified plastic surgeon . You will do very well. Good l...

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Dear CJplastics, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like you would benefit from belly button surgery. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get...

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Gary M. Horndeski, MD

Yes, you are a candidate for a belly button revision. An elliptical incision is made, the skin is pulled down and the scar is hidden at the base attached to the underlying umbilicus, Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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