Modified “T”-Shaped Umbilicoplasty: A Practical Technique for Creating a Sunken Navel in Abdominoplasty
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Many umbilicoplasty techniques have been proposed, all with the main goal to creating an aesthetically pleasing navel. In this video article, a “3-flap” umbilicoplasty technique performed by the author is described, in which a T-shaped incision is made in the abdominal wall and limited dissection is used to reposition the navel during abdominoplasty. Level of Evidence: 5 (Therapeutic)
Author: Jorge I Borunda
Language: English
Topic: Body Contouring and Surgery
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,051
OpenAlex ID: W7119223910