Can I do a TT revision with a new belly button? (Photo)

Question

It’s been over 4 years that I did my TT. I had some scaring and I decided to tattoo over it. Fast forward I now have a baby and everything is a little stretched. Can I get a TT révision to clean up the line and any chance of a new belly button?

Tommaso Addona, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.
Based on your photos, it appears that you do not have enough loose skin in order to revise your abdominoplasty. I recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon to discuss your options.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Gettingmybodyback11,
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 Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Getting,
Tummy tuck revisions after subsequent pregnancies are indeed a thing.  From the photo it doesn't appear that you have that much loose skin.  Consultation with an American Board of Plastic Surgery board certified plastic surgeon can help you with determining the best course of action and the anticipated effects on your tattoos.  Good luck!

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Your situation sounds a bit complicated. We typically encourage patients to wait to have a tummy tuck until they’re done having children. For weight loss patients doing a skin only tummy tuck may be appropriate if future children is uncertain and the impact of the procedure will have a significant quality of life change.
Considering your tattoo it doesn’t make sense to redo the tummy tuck in regards to skin or belly button position.
The only indication would be to add muscle tightening.
Not having gotten that tattoo would’ve made things a little easier.
In the end it’s up to you if you feel like messing with the tattoo for a slight improvement in your outcome.
I recommend having in person consultations to discuss your options with local board-certified plastic surgeons.
Revising belly buttons often doesn’t give that much improvement and often adds a second undesirable scar.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

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