Would Umbilicoplasty fix this piercing scar? (photo)

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Hello , I’ve had a belly ring for around 12 years now . Over time I’ve had to pierce it twice and for some reason the hole has started to shift to the side . I want to be done with it but hate how it looks without a piercing in . Can surgery fix this ? Would I be trading one scar for another ? Could it be brought back to a natural look ?

Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Thank you for your question and picture.  Yes, you can close the whole replacing with a smaller scar which overtime will fade and become very unnoticeable.  This can be performed under a local anaesthetic.  All The Best

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. Navel piercings are similar to ear piercings; if you wear a piercing long enough, the hole becomes lined with skin. Once this happens, the hole will not close up, regardless of how long you leave the piercing out. If you don't like the appearance of your belly button (umbilicus) with the piercing hole, an umbilicoplasty may be an option. This procedure removes skin from above the belly button to improve its appearance. If this is something you are interested in, I would recommend scheduling a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear geminisnake,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like a surgery under local anesthesia would provide you with better results. 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

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