I have an umbilical hernia and my cosmetic surgeon thinks that i might have a detached belly button. He says there is a chance it would die after the surgery and the i wouldnt have one or i could just have the tummy tuck done without a belly button.
Answer: Reconstruction of a Umbilicus Dear Ms. Ellisjj666,Thank you for your questions. Unfortunately with out a photo or exam of your tissues I can can only comment based your story. First, there is a significant difference in training of a "cosmetic surgeon" and a Board Cert. Plastic Surgeon. I trust that you have chosen a Plastic Surgeons who is experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally they are members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).Regarding reconstructing your umbilicus, yes this can be done if needed.I suggest you ask your chosen surgeon the same question and how he/she would do this.I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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Answer: Reconstruction of a Umbilicus Dear Ms. Ellisjj666,Thank you for your questions. Unfortunately with out a photo or exam of your tissues I can can only comment based your story. First, there is a significant difference in training of a "cosmetic surgeon" and a Board Cert. Plastic Surgeon. I trust that you have chosen a Plastic Surgeons who is experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally they are members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).Regarding reconstructing your umbilicus, yes this can be done if needed.I suggest you ask your chosen surgeon the same question and how he/she would do this.I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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February 7, 2016
Answer: If the belly button dies after tummy tuck surgery, can they make a fake one? Yes, a belly button can be created, but I have not found this necessary due to preservation of surrounding blood flow during dissection. Seek out a plastic surgeon who has performed these procedures hundreds of times and has a great number of reviews and before and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDBeverly Hills, CA
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February 7, 2016
Answer: If the belly button dies after tummy tuck surgery, can they make a fake one? Yes, a belly button can be created, but I have not found this necessary due to preservation of surrounding blood flow during dissection. Seek out a plastic surgeon who has performed these procedures hundreds of times and has a great number of reviews and before and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDBeverly Hills, CA
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February 7, 2016
Answer: If the belly button dies can they make a fake one? Thank you for your question. It is possible to recreate a belly button and a traditional tummy tuck may compromise the circulation of your belly button when an umbilical hernia is present, but there are ways to try and lower the risk of issues. You can decide to have your belly button removed and reconstructed at a later point in time once you have healed from surgery, or you can have it done at the same time as surgery. If you were a patient in my practice I would recommend that you pursue laparoscopic repair of your umbilical hernia and then have the tummy tuck performed in the same setting. Hope that this helps.
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February 7, 2016
Answer: If the belly button dies can they make a fake one? Thank you for your question. It is possible to recreate a belly button and a traditional tummy tuck may compromise the circulation of your belly button when an umbilical hernia is present, but there are ways to try and lower the risk of issues. You can decide to have your belly button removed and reconstructed at a later point in time once you have healed from surgery, or you can have it done at the same time as surgery. If you were a patient in my practice I would recommend that you pursue laparoscopic repair of your umbilical hernia and then have the tummy tuck performed in the same setting. Hope that this helps.
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February 7, 2016
Answer: New belly button? Thank you for your question. There is a chance your belly button may lose its blood supply and ultimately necrose following umbilical hernia repair and tummy tuck. Fortunately, this does not commonly occur. If it does happen following your procedure, several techniques may be used to recreate the appearance of a new one. Make sure your "cosmetic surgeon" is actually a board certified plastic surgeon who has the proper training and experience to handle this situation. Ask to see a lot of before and after pictures of his work. Hope this helps and good luck!
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February 7, 2016
Answer: New belly button? Thank you for your question. There is a chance your belly button may lose its blood supply and ultimately necrose following umbilical hernia repair and tummy tuck. Fortunately, this does not commonly occur. If it does happen following your procedure, several techniques may be used to recreate the appearance of a new one. Make sure your "cosmetic surgeon" is actually a board certified plastic surgeon who has the proper training and experience to handle this situation. Ask to see a lot of before and after pictures of his work. Hope this helps and good luck!
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Answer: Fake belly button If you have a floating umbilicus, due to a hernia, you are at risk for umbilical loss when you combine a tummy tuck with a hernia repair. In cases where the umbilicus can't be saved, there are very good techniques for creating a "fake" umbilicus, using your own tissues. Not all surgeons know how to do this, so be sure that your surgeon knows a technique which has been successful in his hands.
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Answer: Fake belly button If you have a floating umbilicus, due to a hernia, you are at risk for umbilical loss when you combine a tummy tuck with a hernia repair. In cases where the umbilicus can't be saved, there are very good techniques for creating a "fake" umbilicus, using your own tissues. Not all surgeons know how to do this, so be sure that your surgeon knows a technique which has been successful in his hands.
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