What can I do to change a horizontal belly button into a vertical one? (Photo)

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Please see photo. I am pretty thin already, but I still have this horizontal “squished” looking belly button. I want a vertical belly button. I run/lift weights daily and have tried all sorts of different exercise programs and diets as well as cool sculpting on the upper part of my stomach, but my belly button is always horizontal, which makes me look flabby. What can I do to get a more vertical belly button?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear jessicakplano,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photo it looks like you would benefit from an umbilicoplasty. If you are considering a surgery, 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

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. Based on what your concerns are, you may benefit from an umbilicoplasty. It involves going in to deepen the belly button and reshaping it to your desired look, I recommend you consult with a Board-certified plastic surgeon for optimal results.

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