UmbilicoplastyAbout The Procedure
Umbilicoplasty surgery is a procedure to modify the appearance of a person's navel or belly button. Since it is a simple operation, it is often performed at the same time as a tummy tuck.
Umbilicoplasty surgery is usually sought out by individuals who feel self-conscious in clothing that exposes the navel or who are concerned about the appearance of their navel with body jewelry.
The bellybutton that is generally considered most aesthetically pleasing is one that is an ”innie” and that is a symmetrical vertical slit. It is possible to choose from a range of belly button shapes; the most popular is a vertically slitted shape that has a “t” or slight arrow shape and the top. The surgical results are considered permanent unless somehow compromised by a pregnancy, extreme weight gain, or abdominal surgery.
Procedure Description
The surgeon removes skin around the navel to change the belly button’s position or make incisions in or around the belly button to alter its shape. This can mean changing a protruding belly button to a non-protruding belly button, correcting scarring caused by surgery or piercing, or removing a lump caused by a hernia.
Best Candidates for Umbilicoplasty Surgery
Umbilicoplasty surgery candidates must be in good health, have no active diseases or serious, pre-existing medical conditions, and must have realistic expectations of the outcome of the surgery.
Length of the Procedure
Expect half an hour to two hours, depending on the extent of the Umbilicoplasty procedure.
Anesthesia
Umbilicoplasty surgery is typically performed under local anesthesia, but the patient may be given a sedative that is administered through an intravenous drip.
Inpatient or Outpatient?
Umbilicoplasty surgery can take place under either a general or local anaesthetic.
Possible Side Effects
Swelling, bruising and pain are quite mild with Umbilicoplasty surgery.
Recovery
After Umbilicoplasty surgery, patients can return to their daily routines the very next day.
Duration of Results
Umbilicoplasty surgery can be permanent, but the effect can be reversed if you become pregnant or put on weight.
Risks
The operation may leave the patient with a belly button that is not placed as they would like, and which would require further surgery to correct.
Cost
Expect to pay $2,500 to $3,500, depending on the extent of the Umbilicoplasty surgery.
Scars
Usually there are no scars since the incision is usually made inside the cavern of the navel.
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