Diastasis recti repair doesn't usually require alloderm or mesh

Lavinia Chong, MD answers: When is mesh or AlloDerm necessary in diastasis repair?

I'm 5'2" and 120 lbs. A year ago, I had twins weighing 6lb 7oz and 6lb 14oz. My skin was stretched to the max, which resulted to  "twin skin" and severe diastasis recti. I've consulted two cosmetic surgeons. One said I need AlloDerm or mesh, and the other said I don't. In what cases can you say that AlloDerm or mesh is necessary with Tummy Tuck for diastasis repair? Do I really need it at $2000? I need to schedule this for next week; please help.

Picture was taken in a tub, so the separation is more noticeable.


Lavinia Chong, MD
24 days ago
By Lavinia Chong, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

I agree with all the other consultants that your case should be able to be repaired, using your own fascia, providing the loose abdominal skin is raised from the pubis to the rib cage (xiphisternum).  Several post-op factors may contribute to failure of the repair of your diastasis recti.  These include constipation, coughing, overly strenous activity undertaken too soon.  As long as you have adequate time to convalesce, you should have a satisfactory convalescence and a great result!  good luck.

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