Fixing Belly Button After Tummy Tuck

Unfortunately,
patients ocassionally develop adverse scarring following abdominoplasty
surgery.When this scarring involves the
area around the umbilicus it can be extremely unsightly.For this reason, it’s not unusual for
patients to request scar revision when this situation arises.Under
these circumstances, scar revision can be undertaken by simple re-excision and
primary closure.This can be performed
under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis.It’s important to use buried absorbable sutures to avoid cross
hatching.Rarely the use of steroid
injections or laser treatments can be utilized to facilitate care.When these
steps are taken, success rates are excellent and levels of patient satisfaction
are high.If you’re concerned about umbilical
scarring it’s important to consult your plastic surgeon so the problem can be
addressed.

Hello CalGal,

Thank you for reaching out with your question.

It's not uncommon for patients to have concerns about the appearance of their belly button following a tummy tuck procedure. The good news is that a raised scar around the belly button can often be revised with relatively straightforward procedures.

Typically, belly button revisions can be performed as an in-office procedure under local anesthesia. Your plastic surgeon will carefully remove the raised scar tissue and reshape the belly button to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing result.

Regarding the chances of the scar recurring, it's essential to follow your surgeon's post-operative care instructions diligently to minimize the risk of complications. While there's always a possibility of scarring, proper wound care and scar management techniques can help promote optimal healing.

I recommend scheduling a consultation with your plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns and explore the best options for addressing them. Your surgeon can assess your specific situation and tailor a treatment plan to achieve the results you desire.

Best wishes for a successful revision procedure and a satisfying outcome.

Sincerely, Dr. Katzen

Yes, it is possible to revise scars around your belly button, umbilicus following a tummy tuck. The procedure can usually be performed as an office procedure using local anesthesia. There are many techniques to minimize scarring afterwards. See the below link for more information