An umbilical lift, a type of belly button surgery, costs from £1,250 with Mr Nassab. It is usually performed under local anaesthetic, which may be carried out at CLNQ, and the price includes the procedure, dressings and routine follow-up. The £150 consultation is separate. If your concern involves more loose skin or a hernia, a different procedure may be recommended.
Price: Umbilical lift from £1,250 · Consultation £150, charged separately · Full price list
What an umbilical lift involves
Pregnancy, weight change and ageing can stretch the skin around the navel so it looks hooded, droopy or elongated. An umbilical lift (umbilicoplasty) reshapes the belly button and removes a small amount of skin just above it, aiming for a neater, more upright appearance. It is a short procedure and most people go home the same day. More detail on the procedure itself is on the umbilical lift page.
The price and what it covers
The fee starts from £1,250 and includes:
- Surgeon: Mr Nassab carries out the assessment and the procedure himself.
- Local anaesthetic and facility: the procedure is typically performed under local anaesthetic, which may be carried out at CLNQ.
- Dressings: the dressings applied after surgery.
- Stitch care and follow-up: routine wound checks and a review as the navel heals.
Consultations take place at CLNQ, Deansgate Square, Manchester, or CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford. The £150 consultation fee is always charged separately. You can compare other body prices on the prices page.
When the quote could be different
A straightforward umbilical lift is at the lower end of the scale. The plan and price may change if:
- There is more loose skin: an overhang below the navel is better treated with a mini tummy tuck (from £8,000 under local anaesthetic or £10,000 under general anaesthetic).
- The muscles have separated: if the abdominal wall is stretched, a full tummy tuck (from £12,000) may be discussed.
- You would prefer general anaesthetic: this adds anaesthetist and hospital fees and takes place at Deansgate Hospital, Manchester.
- You have had previous abdominal surgery: scarring can change the approach.
Ruling out a hernia
A bulge at or around the belly button, especially one that gets bigger when you cough or strain, may be an umbilical hernia rather than a cosmetic change. Hernias need assessment and are generally repaired by a general surgeon, so if one is found you may be advised to see your GP before any cosmetic procedure. A hernia that becomes painful, tender, red or cannot be pushed back needs urgent medical attention via NHS 111 or A&E.
Recovery and time off
Because the procedure is small, many people return to desk work within a few days. You will be asked to keep the area clean and dry, avoid soaking in a bath or swimming until the wound has healed, and avoid strenuous core exercise for a few weeks. Scars are placed within or just around the navel so they are well hidden once mature. Contact the team the same day if you notice fever, discharge or spreading redness. Budget for a few days away from work if your job is physical.
Is it the right procedure for you?
An umbilical lift suits adults at a stable weight whose main concern is the shape of the belly button itself, rather than the surrounding abdomen. If you plan further pregnancies or significant weight loss, it is usually sensible to wait, as both can stretch the area again. Smokers are asked to stop beforehand, because smoking slows healing. At consultation Mr Nassab will examine the navel, the skin below it and the abdominal wall to confirm that a small, targeted procedure will give the result you want.
Paying for your procedure
An umbilical lift is a cosmetic procedure and is not funded by the NHS. Finance may be available through Chrysalis Finance, subject to status; Reza Nassab Ltd is a credit broker, not a lender. For a procedure of this size, most patients pay in full, but the option is there. Very cheap offers abroad rarely include follow-up, and even a small wound problem is easier to manage when your surgeon is nearby. Belly button surgery is for adults aged 18 and over.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is belly button surgery?
An umbilical lift with Mr Nassab costs from £1,250. The £150 consultation fee is separate.
Is an umbilical lift done under local anaesthetic?
Usually, yes, and it may be carried out at CLNQ. General anaesthetic is available at Deansgate Hospital, Manchester, at additional cost.
Is belly button surgery suitable after pregnancy?
Yes, once you have finished having children and your weight is stable. Further pregnancy may stretch the area again.
What happens if a hernia is found?
A hernia needs assessment first and is usually repaired by a general surgeon. Your GP can arrange this.
Is there a visible scar?
Scars are placed in or around the navel and are usually discreet once they have matured.
