When the skin through the lower abdomen is removed during a tummy tuck, the natural belly button is removed completely at the same time. With that its new location ends up much lower than before. Since the navel is the most central, most eye-catching feature on your belly it can look very odd to have a navel set that far down. It can also be an immediate giveaway from your surgery. The results of your body contouring are directly linked to the expertise of who performs it. A skilled plastic surgeon will plan carefully the placement of your belly button, so it can serve as the perfect finishing touch for your new body.