During an Abdominoplasty, could a belly button be removed altogether?

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Planning on a tummy tuck in November, haven't had any consults yet to ask in person. Have any of the Doc's, intentionally & at the pts request, eliminated a belly button? I know it's typical to cut a new hole, to replace the naval. Other then aesthetics, does the naval serve any other purpose (during adulthood)? Different as it may sound, I'd like to come away after the surgery without a belly button.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

It is possible to remove the belly button, but it is a very uncommon request. Please consult with an experienced board certified plastic surgeon and explain your request so that they may better understand your goals. Best of luck!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Removing the belly button is easy, but recreating one is a little more challenging.Find a board certified plastic surgeon who performs hundreds of tummy tucks each year.  Look for great reviews and great 
before 
and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

The short answer to your question is yes the umbilicus could be removed. However if the navel was unsightly it is reconstructed at the time of an abdominoplasty in looks quite nice.

John J. Edney, MD · Answer

Although it is technically possible to remove the belly button at the time of a tummy tuck it is normally not considered advisable from anesthetic standpoint.  Very likely your surgeon will want you to sign a specific waiver regarding this situation.

Heather Rocheford, MD · Answer

First of all thank you for your question.  Yes the belly button can be removed during the abdominoplasty instead of moving it.  It is not something that is typically requested, I would make sure to discuss this with your plastic surgeon during your consultation.  Best of Luck.

During an Abdominoplasty, could a belly button be removed altogether?

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