I recently had a FDL tummy tuck with lipo, 5 weeks ago, and I've been concerned with how large my belly button looks and the way in which its healing. I understand the skin around it is discolored and will take time to fade, however, the overall size and look seems abnormal. Can this be fixed? I did already talk with my surgeon about it and he wasn't concerned with how it was healing but i'm unhappy with it.
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You need to be more specific about what you do not like for your umbilicus looks fine in the photo you showed. If the scarring is a concern, use micro-needling to improve it.
These small closed up belly buttons are hard to reopen without the z-plasty. the z-plasty will make it appear larger and longer. Sometimes it is better to remove the whole thing.
