Tummy tuck without muscle plication?

Thanks for your question. Yes it is possible to do a tummy tuck without muscle repair. You definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Don’t settle for less than a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Yes, you can elect to have a tummy tuck without muscle plication.  It is important for you to discuss your goals for surgery with a board certified plastic surgeon.  You will want to understand what you can expect in terms of results from this procedure and how this would match up with your expectations.

It is possible to have a tummy tuck without muscle repair. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon that will be able to explain to you what to expect in your particular case. Good luck.

TT without muscle repair may make the recovery easier, but, if you have laxity in that area, the result will be better with plication. In general, the muscles should be brought to anatomic norms. The smaller the separation, the less tightening required and probably the less discomfort. Swelling will occur irrespective of muscle repair, and almost every patient requiring a TT will benefit from the muscle repair even though you may require a revision after another pregnancy.

You are correct that your recovery and return to unrestricted activity will be quicker without the muscle separation (diastasis) repair. If you have a wide separation, it is not always the best advice to leave it alone however. Good communication with your plastic surgeon about expectations is important.