Do I need umbilical float tummy tuck? (Photos)

Great question! There different ways to address the belly button. I'll attach a short video explaining the different options. I hope it helps. :)

An umbilical float is a very reasonable option for someone who doesn't have enough skin above the umbilicus to perform a standard tummy tuck without a long vertical scar.  It is also very reasonable if your umbilicus is high, or high-normal in position.I perform this type of tummy tuck quite a bit, and it allows surgeons to help flatten the abdominal wall significantly even for patients that don't have enough excess skin for a traditional tummy tuck.

Hello and thank you for your
question. Based on your photograph, you are a better candidate for a full tummy tuck
with liposuction.  This can be done
through a low and short incision, all completely below the bikini line.  The belly button can be designed to look
natural and have no scars on the exterior.  
Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen.  Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.  The most important
aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek
consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate
you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Dear mjneilson,Thank you for posting pictures with your question. You have a lot of stretch marks on the belly and seem to also have skin excess. On the side view we can appreciate muscle diathesis (weakness).  You are a great candidate for a low scar technique tummy tuck and muscle repair. This will eliminate the skin excess and fix the muscle for a flatter belly. Best wishes.

You have already a beautiful body frame and that will be a great foundation for a great result. You have developed enough saggy skin above the belly button and below it, so you are a great candidate for a Full Regular Tummy Tuck and a nice a tight muscle repair because your protruding appearance is because your muscle is loose. Your incision very low in order to be easily hidden under a bikini. Small navel. I am certain you will look wonderful !!! Be encouraged. Dr. Cárdenas 

Dear mjneilson,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. I would suggest you to 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

Hey there,Umbilicus forms an important structure in tummy tuck. If there is no umbilical hernia while performing a tummy tuck, the umbilicus can be clearly separated from the skin and retained on the abdominal wall and finally re-positioned at the appropriate level. If there is an associated hernia, then the stalk of the umbilicus is cut flush to the skin and the umbilicus separated. Meanwhile the hernia is repaired, and the umbilicus thus becomes a floating one. But hang on, this floating umbilicus can still be anchored to the abdominal wall with sutures creating an illusion of a normal appearing umbilicus.
Hope this helps.

are ideal for those patients needing a tummy tuck but have very little loose skin above the belly button so dropping the belly button an inch or so can be done and won't leave too much loose skin above it.  If you want the most skin removed, I would suggest a float as far as it can be pulled down and then anchoring the belly button stalk to the abdominal wall.  If this is too low, take it off later and reconstruct a new belly button later... best of luck in getting what you want and make sure you know where your scar will be located as there are way too many high ones on this site.

Your pictures suggest you are a good candidate for tummy tuck as you have excess, damaged skin in the lower abdomen.   If in person, your surgeon did not feel the tissue would stretch, it is wise to offer an alternatvie like umbilical float.  Your umbilicus does appear to be sitting slightly high (above iliac crests).  Good luck!  

Hello and thank you for your questions and photos.  After reviewing your photos it appears that you are quite fit without a large amount of loose skin, and may be a candidate for a mini tummy tuck.  However it is impossible to gauge tissue elasticity and the amount of loose skin that should be removed to give you the absolute best result just from a photo.  I would encourage you to schedule a consultation and discuss your body contouring options with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), who is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), and also a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) demonstrating their commitment to cosmetic surgery and excellence in surgery.  Assure that they have multiple before and after photos of results that you like so that you can have an informed discussion about your mini tummy tuck and possible results after a comprehensive exam.Best Wishes!Daniel Brown, MD, FACS Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgeons MemberAmerican Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons MemberAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons Real Self Top 50