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Would I be a candidate for belly button revision? (Photo)

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stillscaredAug 2, 2022

I had a TT in June 2021. I have always hated the way my belly button looked after surgery. Now it is worse because of the scar. WouldI be a candidate for a belly button revision?

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Gary M. Horndeski, MD

Unfortunately, your photos are inadequate. However, there is a breast lift procedure that also pulls the upper abdominal skin up and this may solve your problem. I would need photographs of your breasts to see if you would be a candidate for this procedure. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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You have extra abdominal wall skin. You would be a candidate for a tummy tuck, possibly a mini tummy tuck. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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Dear ardleyhut, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of...

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Your belly button is too large and very visible. You will need an elliptical incision to vertically oriented and the umbilicus sutured down to the base of the original umbilicus to hide the scar deep in the concavity of the umbilicus. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

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