I had a full tummy tuck 9 weeks ago. Majority of the swelling has gone. My one main concern now is that my belly button is not in or out just flat with the rest of my stomach. The size and roundness are okay. Should I try to use the "marble trick" to help push my belly button in? My next follow up appointment is in 2 1/2 weeks. Thank you.
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June 12, 2012
Answer: Home remedy for depressing a belly button after tummy tuck
The belly button is often the slowest to heal after abdominoplasty.
I'm certain your surgeon has instructed you in local wound care and cleanliness.
I suggest you see him or her to ensure there is not a suture that needs to be removed or another correctable factor that can be taken care...
Sodium intake after surgery does tend to increase fluid retention. There is no set amount of sodium to intake. My suggestion is the normal amount in found should be just fine. The swelling from the tummy tuck will go away over time in a natural way
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