Umbilical Float Belly Button - Can It Stay in the Same Position?

Hi kate,

There are several options for you. One can leave the belly button in position and work around it to get abdominal muscle tightening. In this case, there is no float, but it is more difficult for the surgeon.
If the surgeon detaches the belly button and lets it float down with the lower abdominal skin, the belly button will be moved inferiorly. If the surgeon cuts around the belly button, it will remain in the same position, but you will have a scar around the umbilicus.

You must tell your surgeon what is most important to you: scars or position of belly button? Maximum tightness of abdominal skin?

Hope this helps a bit.

Best,

Dr. Christine Rodgers

With an umbilical float the belly button can be re-attached in its original location or moved lower. It is a good option for accessing the upper abdomen for a complete diastasis repair if there is no loose skin above the belly button. The umbilical float is done with a a mini tummy tuck.