I'm scheduled for a TT this September and am worried I will get one of those belly buttons that look like a dent in your belly versus an actual realistic (but small) hole. Also I notice some belly buttons have a visible "stitch line scar" months after healing while others don't have a single trace that there was work done there. Is this something that is in the control of the plastic surgeon? I wouldn't be satisfied with just a nice flat stomach if the belly button looks unnatural.
August 14, 2016
Answer: Appearance of umbilicus (belly button) after tummy tuck surgery? Thank you for the question. You are not alone; many patients are very concerned about the postoperative appearance of their umbilicus. Ultimately, the appearance of your umbilicus will be largely dependent on the technical skill and the aesthetic sense of your chosen plastic surgery. This is one of the many reasons why selection of your plastic surgeon will be the most important decisions you make. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work and preferably see/talk to patients who your prospective plastic surgeon has helped in the past.Understandably, the appearance of the umbilicus is of great importance to many patients undergoing tummy tuck surgery; after all, it may be the only telltale sign of having undergone the tummy tuck surgery when the patient is wearing a swimming suit or undergarments. The umbilicus should be positioned carefully; if it is too high or too low, it may be a sign of tummy tuck surgery. Ifit is too round or slit like it may also look "surgical". Most patients prefer a relatively small and oval-shaped umbilicus. I hope this, and the attached link/video, helps.
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August 14, 2016
Answer: Appearance of umbilicus (belly button) after tummy tuck surgery? Thank you for the question. You are not alone; many patients are very concerned about the postoperative appearance of their umbilicus. Ultimately, the appearance of your umbilicus will be largely dependent on the technical skill and the aesthetic sense of your chosen plastic surgery. This is one of the many reasons why selection of your plastic surgeon will be the most important decisions you make. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work and preferably see/talk to patients who your prospective plastic surgeon has helped in the past.Understandably, the appearance of the umbilicus is of great importance to many patients undergoing tummy tuck surgery; after all, it may be the only telltale sign of having undergone the tummy tuck surgery when the patient is wearing a swimming suit or undergarments. The umbilicus should be positioned carefully; if it is too high or too low, it may be a sign of tummy tuck surgery. Ifit is too round or slit like it may also look "surgical". Most patients prefer a relatively small and oval-shaped umbilicus. I hope this, and the attached link/video, helps.
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August 14, 2016
Answer: Why do Some Belly Buttons Look Fake? This mainly depends on the skill of your surgeon. Be sure you are seeing a Board Certified Plastic surgeon and have a frank discussion about your concerns. Ask to see before and after pictures of patients so that you can get a good idea of what to expect. Good luck!
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August 14, 2016
Answer: Why do Some Belly Buttons Look Fake? This mainly depends on the skill of your surgeon. Be sure you are seeing a Board Certified Plastic surgeon and have a frank discussion about your concerns. Ask to see before and after pictures of patients so that you can get a good idea of what to expect. Good luck!
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