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Umbilicoplasty (Belly Button Surgery)

Umbilicoplasty (belly button surgery) in London reshapes or repairs the navel — converting an outie to an innie, correcting piercing scars or post-pregnancy distortion, or repairing an umbilical hernia. Day case under local anaesthetic. From £2,000.

Umbilicoplasty (Belly Button Surgery) in London

Umbilicoplasty (belly button surgery) at Centre for Surgery London — restoring a naturally shaped, recessed innie navel through precise, scar-conscious surgical reshaping at our CQC-regulated Baker Street clinic.

Umbilicoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes or repairs the navel (umbilicus). It is performed for a range of indications — converting a protruding outie belly button into a recessed innie, correcting distortion of the navel following pregnancy or significant weight loss, removing scarring caused by belly button piercings, reconstructing a navel following emergency abdominal surgery, or repairing an umbilical hernia at the same session.

The procedure is performed as a day case under local anaesthetic and typically takes one hour. For patients who prefer to be asleep, is available. Most patients return to light daily activities within 48 hours.

Umbilicoplasty can be performed as a standalone procedure or combined with — when performed as part of a tummy tuck, the umbilicoplasty is included within the tummy tuck price at no additional charge.

All procedures are performed at our by consultant surgeons on the GMC Specialist Register.

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Before & After Photos

All photographs are taken with full written patient consent. They represent a selection of cases performed at Centre for Surgery — a wider range is available to view at consultation. Individual results vary.

Case 1 — Umbilicoplasty. Conversion of protruding outie to recessed innie. Female patient. Anterior, close-up and lateral views showing navel reshaping result.

Case 2 — Umbilicoplasty. Navel reshaping. Female patient. Anterior and close-up views.

Case 3 — Umbilicoplasty. Outie correction with umbilical hernia repair. Female patient. Anterior and close-up views showing navel conversion result.

Case 4 — Umbilicoplasty. Post-pregnancy navel distortion correction. Female patient. Anterior view showing improved navel shape and position.

Case 5 — Umbilical reconstruction. Female patient. Navel reconstruction following previous abdominal surgery. Anterior view.

Case 6 — Umbilical reconstruction. Female patient. Secondary navel reconstruction with improved shape and symmetry. Anterior view.

Case 7 — Umbilicoplasty. Navel correction following post-pregnancy stretching. Female patient. Anterior view showing reduced protrusion and improved contour.

Case 8 — Umbilicoplasty. Outie to innie conversion. Female patient. Close-up anterior view showing navel conversion result.

What Is Umbilicoplasty?

Understanding the navel — three cross-section illustrations showing the recessed innie (around 90% of people), the protruding outie (around 10%), and the outie caused by an underlying umbilical hernia where a weakness in the abdominal wall allows tissue to protrude and requires repair during umbilicoplasty.

Umbilicoplasty — also known as belly button surgery or navel reshaping — modifies the appearance, size or shape of the navel. It is most commonly performed to convert a protruding outie belly button into a recessed innie, but the procedure addresses a range of navel concerns.

The navel forms at birth when the umbilical cord stump detaches. In most people this creates a recessed innie. In around 10% of the population the skin protrudes outward — an outie. An outie can be a purely anatomical variation, or it can indicate an underlying umbilical hernia where a weakness in the abdominal wall allows tissue to protrude, exerting pressure on the navel from beneath. Where a hernia is present, it is repaired at the same session as the umbilicoplasty.

Beyond outie correction, umbilicoplasty addresses navel distortion caused by pregnancy — stretching, flattening or splaying of the navel that does not resolve after delivery — scarring from previous belly button piercings, navel distortion from previous abdominal surgery, and navel reconstruction where no natural navel exists following emergency abdominal procedures.

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What Umbilicoplasty Can Address

What umbilicoplasty can address at Centre for Surgery London — six clinical indications: converting an outie to an innie (the most common), correcting post-pregnancy navel distortion, removing belly button piercing scars, repairing an umbilical hernia, reconstructing the navel after emergency abdominal surgery, and revising an unnatural result after a previous tummy tuck.

Umbilicoplasty is performed for several distinct clinical indications. Understanding which applies to your situation helps set accurate expectations for what the procedure can achieve.

The most common indication. Where the navel protrudes outward rather than recessing, umbilicoplasty repositions the skin to create a recessed, inwardly shaped result. Where an underlying umbilical hernia is contributing to the protrusion, hernia repair is performed simultaneously.

Pregnancy stretches the navel — flattening, widening, splaying or everting it. For many women this does not resolve after delivery, particularly following multiple pregnancies. Umbilicoplasty reshapes the navel and, where mild protrusion has developed, restores a natural recessed appearance. See:

Belly button piercings can leave stretched, thickened or irregular scarring around the navel. Umbilicoplasty removes this scarring and reshapes the navel to restore a natural appearance. See: .

An umbilical hernia occurs where a weakness in the abdominal wall allows fatty tissue or bowel to protrude through, creating a visible bulge at or near the navel. Umbilicoplasty corrects the external appearance while the hernia is repaired through the same incision. A specialist mesh may be used to reinforce the abdominal wall. See: .

Patients who have undergone emergency abdominal surgery — stoma formation, for example — may have a significantly altered or absent navel. Umbilicoplasty reconstructs a natural-appearing navel from the surrounding skin.

Where a previous tummy tuck has left the belly button in an unsatisfactory position or with an unnatural shape, umbilicoplasty revision corrects the result. See:

Am I Suitable for Umbilicoplasty?

Umbilicoplasty is appropriate for patients who are dissatisfied with the appearance of their navel for any of the reasons described above. The procedure has a broad candidacy range — it is performed under local anaesthetic, carries a low complication rate and has a short recovery.

Suitable candidates generally meet the following criteria:

Where an umbilical hernia is present, your surgeon will recommend this is repaired at the same session. If you are unsure whether your outie is caused by a hernia or is a simple anatomical variation, your surgeon will assess this at consultation.

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Preparing for Umbilicoplasty

Once the cooling-off period has passed and you decide to proceed, the preoperative assessment team will contact you to complete your medical assessment and provide written preparation instructions.

Stop smoking at least four weeks before the procedure and for a minimum of four weeks after. Smoking impairs wound healing and increases the risk of infection — this applies even to a small procedure such as umbilicoplasty.

Stop aspirin and aspirin-containing medications at least one week before the procedure. Stop anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen unless directed otherwise. Inform your surgeon of all medications and supplements at consultation.

If you are having TIVA: do not eat or drink for six hours before your procedure. Your preoperative instructions will specify whether clear fluids are permitted up to two hours before. For procedures under local anaesthetic only, PRP Platelet Rich Plasma fasting is not required but confirm this with the preoperative team.

Arrange a responsible adult to accompany you home and remain with you for the first 24 hours — this applies whether local anaesthetic or TIVA is used.

The Umbilicoplasty Procedure

Umbilicoplasty incision design — three patterns selected by the surgeon depending on the correction required: semicircular for outie correction with mild excess skin, circular for piercing scar removal or full reshaping, and inverted-V for post-pregnancy distortion and depth restoration. All incisions are placed within the natural contours of the navel to minimise visible scarring.

Umbilicoplasty at Centre for Surgery is performed as a day case at our . The procedure takes approximately one hour. Where umbilical hernia repair is performed simultaneously, the procedure takes up to two hours.

Umbilicoplasty is typically performed under local anaesthetic — the area around the navel is injected to make it fully numb before any incisions are made. Oral sedation is available for patients who prefer to feel relaxed and drowsy during the procedure. For patients who prefer to be fully asleep, is available — delivered entirely intravenously without inhaled anaesthetic gases.

Most patients are ready to go home within one to two hours of the procedure. A responsible adult must accompany you. Written aftercare instructions are provided before you leave.

Recovery After Umbilicoplasty

Umbilicoplasty recovery timeline at Centre for Surgery London — local anaesthetic day case, return to light daily activities within 48 hours, wound check at 7–10 days, return to exercise at four weeks, surgeon review at six weeks, and final result with fully matured scar visible at twelve months.

Recovery from umbilicoplasty is generally straightforward. Because the procedure is performed under local anaesthetic and the incisions are small, downtime is minimal compared with more extensive abdominal procedures.

Mild discomfort and swelling around the navel are expected. Pain is well managed with paracetamol. Keep the dressing clean and dry. Most patients are comfortable returning to light daily activities within 48 hours.

Bruising around the navel typically subsides by seven to ten days. Avoid activities that strain the abdominal area. A wound check with the nursing team is scheduled at seven to ten days.

Heavy lifting and strenuous exercise should be avoided for four weeks. Where umbilical hernia repair has been performed simultaneously, your surgeon may advise a longer period of restricted activity to allow the abdominal wall repair to heal. Light walking is encouraged from day one.

Avoid direct sunlight on the incision area for the first three months. Sun exposure on a healing scar can cause hyperpigmentation — darkening that is difficult to reverse.

The incisions are placed within the natural contours of the navel to minimise visible scarring. Dissolvable sutures are used throughout — no removal appointment is needed. Scar management with silicone and sun protection is discussed at your six-week review.

Wound check at seven to ten days. Surgeon review at six weeks included in your treatment package.

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How Much Does Umbilicoplasty Cost in London?

Umbilicoplasty cost at Centre for Surgery London — from £2,000 standalone under local anaesthetic or TIVA as a one-hour day case, or included at no additional charge when performed as part of a full tummy tuck. £100 consultation fee redeemable against your procedure. 0% APR finance via Chrysalis Finance subject to status.

Standalone umbilicoplasty at Centre for Surgery starts from £2,000. When performed as part of a — which includes umbilicus repositioning as a standard step — the umbilicoplasty is included within the tummy tuck price at no additional charge.

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The final price for standalone umbilicoplasty depends on:

Pricing is confirmed in writing following a face-to-face consultation with your surgeon. The £100 consultation fee is redeemable against the cost of your procedure if you proceed.

Finance is available through . 0% APR payment plans are available subject to status, with no upfront deposit.

What Can Be Combined with Umbilicoplasty?

When umbilicoplasty is performed as part of a full tummy tuck, the belly button repositioning is included within the tummy tuck procedure and price. The tummy tuck incision provides access to the abdominal wall, the muscle repair is performed, and the umbilicus is detached and repositioned to a natural site on the tightened skin flap at closure. This is the most common setting in which umbilicoplasty is performed.

In a mini abdominoplasty, the belly button is not repositioned — the procedure addresses only the lower abdomen. Standalone umbilicoplasty can be performed at a separate session where the navel also needs correction.

Umbilicoplasty is often included within a Mummy Makeover alongside abdominoplasty and breast surgery. Addressing the belly button as part of the comprehensive post-pregnancy restoration produces a more complete result.

Where an umbilical hernia is present, repair is performed through the same incision at the same session. The hernia tissue is reduced and the abdominal wall defect is reinforced. See: .

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Why Choose Centre for Surgery?

Centre for Surgery is a CQC-regulated cosmetic surgery clinic at 95–97 Baker Street, London W1U 6RN. All umbilicoplasty procedures are performed by consultant surgeons on the GMC Specialist Register.