TT 2.5 weeks ago: Depression right above the belly button which doesn't seem to be going away, what can I do? (Photos)

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I had my TT surgery done 2.5 weeks ago. It was the drapes procedure with muscle repair. I was very happy with the results except for one hitch. There is a sudden depression right above my belly button. The area is hard to touch. I bought it up with the doctor on my first week consultation and he asked to massage the area regularly. I feel like 2.5 weeks later there is still no improvement. I would like to know the cause of it and if it will go away?

Kendall Roehl, MD, FACS · Answer

I suspect the depression is in an area where liposuction might have been a bit aggressive leaving too little fat in that area. This can easily be repaired later, after a period of healing, with a small amount of fat grafting to the area. But don’t make any final assessments for at least 8 weeks.

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

It is not unusual to have contour irregularities early in the course of healing.  The best course of action is to be patient and allow the natural course of healing to occur.  If this irregularity is persistent after 6 months then additional surgical treatment should be discussed.  Best wishes

Kim Taylor, FRACS · Answer

This area might look more sunken in because the lower area is swollen.  Follow the advice of your surgeon, as they know exactly what they have done inside.  If there is still concern at 3 months (or more) then it may need a revision, but until that time don't worry about it, because many of these irregularities settle down with time & healing.  All the best

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