Surgery to correct belly piercing after pregnancy? (Photo)

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Hi, I Would love some advice on what procedure I should have to correct the area above my belly button? I Had a baby 7months ago and where I previously had a piercing it has stretched, I’m thinking of a procedure under LA to remove where the piercing was which would hopefully leave me with me with a neat-ish scar, my main question was if I had surgery to correct this area and then I got pregnant would it stretch again ? Or ideally should I wait until I have finished having children ? Thank you.

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.

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Surgery to correct belly piercing after pregnancy? (Photo)

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