I had a Tummy tuck a few months ago. I did have my share of complications. Like necrosis. Now that’s it’s finally healing. My swelling is minimal. I can’t help but think my belly button is pretty ugly. I do not think that this is what it should look like. Any advice on improving the appearance? I honestly don’t even want to show off my very expensive body with my ugly belly button
March 13, 2023
Answer: Scarring after surgery You appear to have hypertrophic scarring around your belly button. However, because the scars can take a year or even more to mature, you may want to wait for a few more months to see if there is any improvement. If there isn’t, you can consider scar revision surgery. Please discuss your concerns with your surgeon. They may be able to recommend a suitable course of treatment.
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March 13, 2023
Answer: Scarring after surgery You appear to have hypertrophic scarring around your belly button. However, because the scars can take a year or even more to mature, you may want to wait for a few more months to see if there is any improvement. If there isn’t, you can consider scar revision surgery. Please discuss your concerns with your surgeon. They may be able to recommend a suitable course of treatment.
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February 8, 2023
Answer: Scars It appears you are developing hypertrophic scars. When the scars are 9-12 months old you can consider scar revision to improve them. Until that time you may have improvement with steroid injections or laser treatments. Talk with your surgeon to learn more.
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February 8, 2023
Answer: Scars It appears you are developing hypertrophic scars. When the scars are 9-12 months old you can consider scar revision to improve them. Until that time you may have improvement with steroid injections or laser treatments. Talk with your surgeon to learn more.
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February 7, 2023
Answer: Bellybutton revision Your scars appear to meet the definition of hypertrophic. I recommend a belly button revision with or without abdominoplasty scar revision 9-12 months from the day of your initial operation. This will give your scar tissue time to mature. I would not advise using the same circular technique for the bellybutton because it frequently causes a scar like the one you have.
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February 7, 2023
Answer: Bellybutton revision Your scars appear to meet the definition of hypertrophic. I recommend a belly button revision with or without abdominoplasty scar revision 9-12 months from the day of your initial operation. This will give your scar tissue time to mature. I would not advise using the same circular technique for the bellybutton because it frequently causes a scar like the one you have.
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