Rib repositioning surgery is an innovative cosmetic procedure designed to enhance your waistline by repositioning specific ribs to achieve a more defined and sculpted appearance. This advanced surgery is ideal for individuals seeking to create a more proportional and harmonious figure.
At the Riviera Institute for Plastic Surgery in Cancun, we specialize in delivering exceptional results through customized approaches tailored to your unique goals.
Rib repositioning involves modifying the lower ribs, typically the 11th and 12th floating ribs, to create a slimmer waistline and enhance your overall silhouette. Unlike rib removal, this procedure repositions the ribs rather than removing them entirely, offering a less invasive solution for a natural and refined look.
This procedure is suitable for individuals with prominent floating ribs or those desiring a more cinched waist to achieve an hourglass figure or a sculpted torso.
You may be an excellent candidate for rib repositioning surgery if you:
Yes, when performed by certified plastic surgeons in an accredited facility, rib repositioning is a safe and effective procedure.
Our surgeons use advanced techniques to minimize scarring. Any incisions are strategically placed and typically fade over time.
Patients usually resume light activities within one to two weeks. Full recovery may take 4-6 weeks, depending on individual factors.
Yes, rib repositioning is often combined with procedures like liposuction or a tummy tuck for enhanced results.
No, the procedure only targets floating ribs, which do not protect internal organs. This ensures your safety while achieving aesthetic goals.
This surgery is not for all patients. The objective is not losing weight, but to reshape the body. There are limits on the maximum amount of fat that can be removed for a safe surgery. You can contact us to know if you are a candidate for this procedure.
No, the scars are very small and in areas not visible.
No, the scars are very small and in areas not visible.
The effect is permanent, although the result may be affected by the increase or decrease in weight, so it is advisable to keep your weight stable.
We are a complete medical team that work together to ensure you receive the best treatment required at a time that suits you. All of our doctors & staff are English-speaking professionals dedicated to providing quality care.