Purple scar 2 years post-op, will belly button go back to a normal colour? (Photo)

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I have had a tummy tuck done two years ago and don’t like my belly button. Will it ever go back to Norma colour or will it stay this colour. Is a innie belly button possible?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear simaky,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

It's normal for the appearance of the belly button to change after a tummy tuck procedure. The healing process can take several months to a year, and the final results may not be fully apparent until this time has passed. However, if it has been two years since your tummy tuck and you are still unhappy with the appearance of your belly button, then it may be worthwhile to speak with your surgeon.

It's important to note that the color of the belly button may not necessarily return to its pre-surgery state, but it can continue to fade over time. In terms of the shape, it's possible to have an "innie" belly button after a tummy tuck, and this is something that you can discuss with your surgeon during a consultation.

If you're unhappy with the appearance of your belly button, your surgeon may recommend a revision surgery to reshape or reposition the belly button to your desired aesthetic. This can involve adjusting the size, shape, or depth of the belly button. However, it's important to keep in mind that revision surgery can be more complicated than the initial procedure and may involve a longer recovery time.

I would recommend scheduling a consultation with your surgeon to discuss your concerns and explore your options for achieving your desired results. They can provide you with a personalized treatment plan and help you determine the best course of action.

Best of luck !

Milan Doshi, MS, MCh · Answer

Thank you, simaky for your question and photographs. Photographic evaluation is incomplete without personal examination to give the most appropriate answer However from the photographs, it seems that, you are suffering from a scarred umbilicus which is possibly hypertrophic and pigmented. We would ideally suggest an operative procedure to revise this scar. You may also consider depigmentation with the help of a Fractionated CO2 laser with a Q Switch Nd:YAG Laser to resurface the scar. Please consult a board-certified plastic surgeon near you and discuss this in detail. Wish you an alluring look.

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