Umbilicoplasty After Umbilical Hernia Repair? (photo)

Question

Had umbilicoplasty more than 2 mos ago. Saw surgeon and he said he could revise it. He said the surgeon who fixed my hernia sealed off my umbilical shaft? Now my belly button has no depth. Does this result look acceptable? Will this belly button hinder me in fitness competitions in which my body is judged?

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

I think your revision is reasonable.  Whether or not you win a competition will less to do with the appearance of belly button and more of the appearance of your body's definition.

	Dr. ES

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

The navel in the picture doesn't look particularly unusual. I think you would be best to leave well enough alone. Try to entertain yourself with something that will take your attention away from your navel.

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

You are very thing and this is the real problem when trying to create a depth to the umbilicus. There are several factors to consider including the size of your umbilical hernia and the location of your incision. I do not think your umbilicus looks bad and is certainly with the limits of normal.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

The depth of your belly button can be deepened by a simple procedure done under local anesthesia to re-insert its depth down to the abdominal wall.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

After reviewing your posted photos I DO NOT recommend the risks of a revision. If you believe you are ONLY being judged based upon the appearance of your umbilicus than you might have an issue.

Peter E. Johnson, MD · Answer

The surgeon who fixed the hernia closed the defect, and if your hernia was present then your umbilicus should have been slightly prominent. Now in the 'flat' stage as teh hernia no longer pushes forward, athe depth will depend on the surrounding fat and muscle contour. Your photo looks OK. Is it a ten according to the judges? Why not compete and see what they think, and if not fix it the way they like if that is your goal.

Ramon Navarro, MD · Answer

yes a  light procedure with local anesthesie  might correct the defect do not worry is a simple procedure

	no te preocupes  es una correccion simple   con anestesia local

Gregory Park, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

The depth of your umbilicus can be improved with revision. Discuss with your local Plastic Surgeons to obtain more details about the surgery.

	Thanks for your question and photos. Best of Luck!

Umbilicoplasty After Umbilical Hernia Repair? (photo)

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