Umbilicoplasty in Abdominoplasty: Modifications for Improved Aesthetic Results

Abstract Umbilicoplasty is a key component of any abdominoplasty as the umbilicus has been described as the central aesthetic subunit to the abdomen. Here, we describe our preferred technique for umbilicoplasty which involves a half-moon design with periumbilical defatting which in our hands produce...

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Published in:Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum 2021-09, Vol.3 (3)
Main Authors: Hespe, Geoffrey E, Stepien, David M, Sherif, Rami D, Gilman, Robert H
Format: Article
Language:English
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Body Contouring
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Summary:Abstract Umbilicoplasty is a key component of any abdominoplasty as the umbilicus has been described as the central aesthetic subunit to the abdomen. Here, we describe our preferred technique for umbilicoplasty which involves a half-moon design with periumbilical defatting which in our hands produces consistent, aesthetically pleasing results.
ISSN:2631-4797
2631-4797
DOI:10.1093/asjof/ojab025