Belly button closed after tummy tuck. Had revision done but its closing up again. Inserted an earplug for 3 months but after i stopped inserting it its closing up again my ps said he will do another revision but iam afraid it will close up again after. What can i do or is there something wrong with my belly thats causing it. Iam 10 months post op ummy tuck. And 4 months out on belly button revision.
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Thank you for the photo, and I am sorry to hear that you have had some postoperative complications. From what I can see, there can be a definite improvement with another procedure. My recommendation would be to redo the abdominoplasty. In so doing, the loose skin above AND below your navel...
There are many potential reasons but it does sound as if you have a visceral or intraabdominal component. Are you back to your regular diet? Probiotic supplements may help. Abdominal core compression exercise regimens may also help to flatten. Were your muscles repaired with permanent or...
Yes, you can certainly undergo further body contouring surgery once you have achieved your long-term stable weight. Exactly what operation you will benefit from will depend on your physical examination, at that time. For example, some patients in your situation may benefit from further lip...