Pregnancy transforms every aspect of your body—especially your abdominal muscles. If you’re a mom in Fayetteville, Arkansas struggling with persistent belly bulge or core weakness despite dedicated diet and exercise, you’re not alone. There’s a medical reason for these changes, and there’s a proven surgical solution that goes beyond aesthetics.
At SpannMD Plastic Surgery in Fayetteville, we specialize in advanced abdominoplasty procedures that restore both form and function. Our tummy tuck procedures don’t just tighten skin—they rebuild your core by repairing the underlying abdominal muscles damaged during pregnancy, particularly in cases of diastasis recti (abdominal muscle separation).
A groundbreaking 2025 study by Wei, Shi, Ren, and Cui published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal (Vol 45(6) 621–628) validates what we see daily in our Fayetteville practice: surgical muscle repair delivers life-changing results for mothers across Northwest Arkansas.
During pregnancy, your growing baby stretches the rectus abdominis muscles (your “six-pack” muscles), pulling them apart at the center line. This condition, called diastasis recti, affects the majority of pregnant women and causes the linea alba—the connective tissue between your muscles—to stretch and weaken.
According to the Wei et al. study published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal (2025, Vol 45(6)):
These changes explain why diet and exercise alone often can’t restore your pre-pregnancy core strength, especially for moms in their 30s and 40s.
The answer is yes—and the Wei et al. research provides compelling clinical evidence. Modern abdominoplasty with muscle repair uses advanced surgical techniques that our Fayetteville patients have come to trust:
This technique restores pre-pregnancy abdominal function while providing the aesthetic improvements Fayetteville mothers seek—all without the need for mesh implants.
Dr. Michael Spann brings nearly two decades of board-certified plastic surgery expertise to Northwest Arkansas families. His comprehensive abdominoplasty approach includes:
✓ Complete Muscle Repair for diastasis recti correction✓ 360° Liposuction Integration when medically appropriate✓ Advanced Skin Tightening for smooth, natural results✓ Personalized Recovery Plans designed for busy Arkansas moms
We don’t just remove excess skin—we rebuild your entire abdominal wall structure, helping Fayetteville mothers regain confidence, posture, and functional core strength.
If you’re experiencing any of these post-pregnancy concerns, muscle repair might be the missing piece:
What you’re seeing might not be excess fat—it could be diastasis recti, and abdominoplasty with muscle repair could be your solution.
Ready to restore your core strength and confidence? Schedule your personal consultation with Dr. Spann today. During your visit, we’ll:
🌟 Start Your Core Restoration Journey Today📞 Contact Spann Plastic Surgery in Fayetteville
Serving Fayetteville, Bentonville, Rogers, Springdale, and all of Northwest Arkansas
Dr. Michael Spann is a double board-certified plastic surgeon dedicated to helping Arkansas mothers reclaim their strength and confidence through advanced abdominoplasty techniques.
This article references findings from: Wei, D., Shi, X., Ren, J., & Cui, X. (2025). Morphological Changes in Rectus Abdominis Muscle Associated With Pregnancy and Abdominoplasty. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 45(6), 621–628.
Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas | Service Area: Northwest Arkansas including Bentonville, Rogers, Springdale, Bella Vista, and surrounding communities
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