Hello and thank you in advance! Do you think I would be a good candidate for umbilicalplasty. I had a tummy tuck in Dec 2019 and I don’t like my belly button. Could it be possible to reshape it?
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Yes, belly buttons can be removed, but before making that decision, it is important to understand the reason. Is it causing you any pain, any issues with hygiene, any skin symptoms, is it associated with a hernia??? I recommend you are evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon who can...
You would benefit more from an abdominoplasty than an umbilicoplasty. It appears you have too much excess skin that extends laterally beyond the area of the umbilicus.
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Gary Horndeski, M.D.
Dear soccergirl34,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like you would benefit from umbilicoplasty. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more...
