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Weird belly button 5 weeks after TT. Will this change after swelling goes down? Could I get a piercing later? (Photo)

EarthyTaurusAug 9, 2014
I am 5 weeks post having my tummy tuck. I'm concerned with how my belly button is looking - I tried the marble for a few days but it made it look even stranger. I hardly have an space inside and lots of bulky parts - will this change after swelling goes down? Could get a piercing later? Or request a revision. Besides my belly button I am happy with my outcome.

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