Diastasis repair: is it severe enough that it would be useful to have it closed? (photos)

Thank you for your question in for including photos. They are very helpful.

In my practice, I tell my patient that if it bothers you, let’s address it. The surgery is straightforward and safe.

To be sure, I recommend an in person consultation with two or more board-certified plastic surgeons in your area.

Since you don't appear to have much excess skin, a mini tummy tuck with umbilical float would be an option worth considering. A diastasis is not correctable with exercise alone.

If you get a tummy tuck the diastasis can be repaired at that time. Unless you get a tummy tuck it really doesn't make sense to do it by itself.

Dear dralliesmith,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery