Can a tummy tuck be done where the skin under the belly button isn't cut? (Photos)

Seek the advice of more than one surgeon who is very experienced in body contouring surgery. You might be a candidate for diet and exercise, lipocontouring, and a tummy tuck to deal with relaxed muscles and excess skin. You could very well be a candidate for a “reverse” tummy tuck. Don't be hasty. Do your homework to increase your odds in being happy with the result.

Thank you for your question. There is a procedure called a reverse tummy tuck that lifts the skin with incisions under the breast. However, this procedure does not yield as powerful of a result as a traditional tummy tuck And it’s done for people with very slight excess skin above their belly button. The best option for you would be a traditional tummy tuck. Different non-invasive procedures such as laser may reduce the stretch marks. Good luck.

A good option for you is a mini tuck where no incision is made around the belly button. With your old gall bladder scar, this will be safer for you. Removing skin with the reverse tummy tuck is not a good option for you because of limited circulation of the skin from your old scar. I would consider doing liposuction first.