Can You Do Waistline Narrowing Without Removing Ribs?

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hi do you offer just rib remodeling without the removal of the ribs ?

A:As you know structural waistline surgery can be done buy rib remodeling which includes either their subtotal removal or the osteotomy or fracture method. Each approach to the ribs has its advantages and disadvantages but, in the end, it is the patient’s choice as to which method they prefer. While by far the vast majority of my patients choose the rib removal method I certainly have done the fracture technique which is surgically less complicated and operation of less duration. the key to the rib fracture method is the use of postoperative compression using garments which ultimately is responsible for the final result.

But with either rib treatment method it is first important to qualify the patient to determine if Either approach can provide some benefit. To that end I would need to see some pictures of your body as well as an idea of what you’re trying to accomplish.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon