Tummy tuck without muscle repair. I know the result won't be perfectly flat, but how bad are we talking?

You did not post photos, so I cannot be specific. However, the surgery is for you and your only. If you do not want the muscles tightened, then just have the excess skin removed. You can always treat your muscles with EMSculpt to tone and tighten with no down time if needed.

Dear AKRSTINET,

Thank you for your question regarding tummy tucks without muscle repair. It’s imperative to have an in-person consultation, as it’s challenging to provide precise advice without a proper examination.

I wonder why you would prefer to skip muscle repair. Achieving the best possible results usually involves addressing all aspects contributing to the abdominal profile. If concerns about postoperative pain influence your decision, please know that pain is typically manageable with medications and usually temporary.
Incorporating muscle repair is a standard procedure in tummy tucks as it often yields more favorable outcomes. I strongly recommend considering it to ensure you achieve optimal results from your surgery.
I hope this clarifies your concerns, and I am available for a more in-depth discussion during a consultation.
Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

Without seeing your abdomen, no one can tell you if you’d be able to achieve the look you’d like. Some women experience recurs diastasis, while others do not. So unless you see or feel the muscles being separated, you may not have an issue. Now if you are having abdominal issues and notice an out of place bulge in your abdomen, you could have a hernia that needs repaired. I recommend consulting in person with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon so they can feel your abdomen and advise you if you have underlying issues that need to be corrected or if you can reach your aesthetic goals with the Abdominoplasty by itself. Would love to see you here at Smith Plastic Surgery Center.