Umbilical Reconstruction

What is umbilical reconstruction?

The belly button, or umbilicus, is a small detail that has a big effect on how natural the tummy looks. Weight loss, hernias or previous surgery can leave it stretched, misshapen or poorly placed.

Umbilical reconstruction shapes or rebuilds the navel so it looks natural and sits in the right position. It is often the finishing touch of a tummy tuck.

Who it suits

• People with a stretched or misshapen belly button after weight loss
• Those whose navel was distorted by a hernia or previous surgery
• Patients having a tummy tuck who want a natural finish
• People who feel their belly button looks unnatural
• Those wanting a small, neat and well positioned navel

How the procedure works

Your surgeon creates a small, naturally shaped opening and secures the navel in a balanced position. During a tummy tuck, the original navel is carefully preserved and reset. When needed, a new, natural looking navel can be formed with fine sutures.

Approaches we may use

• Resetting the natural navel during a tummy tuck
• Reshaping a stretched or distorted belly button
• Fine suturing for a discreet, natural result

Recovery

Umbilical reconstruction is a delicate, surface level step, so recovery is usually quick. When done with a tummy tuck it follows that timeline. On its own, most people resume light routines within a few days and protect the area while it settles.

Why choose Elegance Clinic in Surat

• Dr Ashutosh Shah treats the navel as a key detail of a natural result
• We shape a small, neat belly button that suits your body
• You receive careful aftercare so the result settles cleanly