She shapes the umbilical incision in a way that results in a hidden scar inside the umbilicus, for a more natural-looking navel. This careful shaping takes some more time in the operating room but provides better results after the initial reconstruction.

60-year old woman, 6 weeks after DIEP flap, without revision. Our surgeons use a specially designed umbilicus closure for a hidden scar within the navel, producing a more natural looking result.

Measure Twice, Cut Once – More Natural-Looking Navel After DIEP Flap – Christine Fisher MD

Written by Christine Fisher MD. All rights reserved.

Christine Fisher MD

She shapes the umbilical incision in a way that results in a hidden scar inside the umbilicus, for a more natural-looking navel. This careful shaping takes some more time in the operating room but provides better results after the initial reconstruction.

60-year old woman, 6 weeks after DIEP flap, without revision. Our surgeons use a specially designed umbilicus closure for a hidden scar within the navel, producing a more natural looking result.

Measure Twice, Cut Once – More Natural-Looking Navel After DIEP Flap – Christine Fisher MD

Written by Christine Fisher MD. All rights reserved.

Christine Fisher MD


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