Reshape Belly Button or Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss?

Even from your frontal view, it's apparent that you have a bulge of the lower abdomen, as well as skin and fat excess. The upper abdomen does not seem to have as much fat excess, but seems to have some muscle laxity (bulging) and extra skin. Umbilicoplasty will not be able to fix the muscle bulging, nor will it eliminate the extra skin and fat; therefore, it will not be successful in converting your horizontally-oriented belly button into a vertical one.
Your best bet, if you truly wish to have this corrected, is to undergo a full tummy tuck, with plication (tightening) of the abdominal wall muscles, removal of the extra skin and fat, and relocation and reshaping of the belly button. The effects on your entire abdominal wall, not just the belly button, will be dramatic.
Best of luck!

Because it is loose skin that is pushing down on your belly button, a full tummy tuck may be recommended. The procedure would remove the loose skin and any excess fat, as well as repair abdominal muscle separation if necessary.

Thank you for your question regarding reshaping your belly button after weight loss. Based on your description and history, it sounds like you’re an ideal candidate for a belly button reshaping procedure, known as an umbilicoplasty, rather than a full tummy tuck.

During an umbilicoplasty, your natural belly button shape can be adjusted to a more vertical position, which can help address the appearance of the loose skin around it. This procedure typically involves an incision around the inside of the belly button, preserving your original tissue but reshaping it for a more appealing look.

A tummy tuck, on the other hand, is generally reserved for patients with more extensive loose skin and excess fat across the abdomen. Since you have no significant loose skin from the navel down to the groin, a tummy tuck would be more extensive than necessary for your needs.

If your belly button appearance continues to bother you, an umbilicoplasty could provide the targeted improvement you’re looking for. I hope this helps clarify the best options for you!

Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen