i am almost 4 weeks post op and a few days ago, I noticed that inside my belly button has opened up and is a hole, almost the entire inside, it seems to be getting wider. I have told my surgeon but haven't don't really feel like I know what to do or what to expect for healing, will it just close up over time and I leave it alone?
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January 17, 2016
Answer: How Do I Treat A Hole In My Belly Button One Month Post Abdominoplasty?
Yes an Umbilicoplasty will remove the scar tissue or skin above the belly button. If there is any hernia it can be fixed at the same time. A deep suture is then placed to create an innie belly button. I use all dissolvable sutures usually so that the incision will look pretty....
If all you want to improve is the stretched skin between navel and piercing - a minor office belly button procedure called an umbilicoplasty is all you need.Lasers will not get rid of the skin.Tummy tucks will improve your abdomen overall, getting rid of stretched skin, excess fat and loose...
Thank you for your question about correcting your navel piercing.Cost varies but this procedure is usually minor, in the office and affordable.To find a surgeon, either research local Board Certified Plastic Surgeons - there are many excellent ones in San Diego.Or go to the website of the...