A wide or straight waist is not always caused by excess fat and cannot always be corrected with liposuction alone. In some individuals—even those with a slim build—a square or rectangular waist shape can be influenced by rib flare, also known as lower rib projection.
Rib remodeling is a structural contouring procedure designed to soften outward rib projection and enhance waist taper as part of a customized body contouring plan. Rather than focusing solely on fat removal, this approach considers how the ribcage contributes to the overall silhouette of the midsection and seeks to create a dramatic cinched silhouette.
Benefits of Rib Remodeling
The main benefit of rib remodeling is a permanent hourglass figure. Other benefits include:
- A more tapered, feminine, or “snatched” waistline
- Improved waist definition from the front, side, and oblique angles
- A defined waistline that diet and exercise cannot achieve
- Enhanced waist-to-hip ratio and a curvier silhouette
- Increased confidence and self-image
- Natural-looking results
Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Rib Remodeling?
The ideal candidate for rib remodeling:
- Wants a narrower waist appearance that fitness alone has not achieved
- Has a naturally broader lower rib outline affecting waist shape
- Is at or near their ideal weight
- Understands that this is a contouring procedure, not weight loss
- Is in good overall health
- Can follow post-operative instructions
To learn if you’re a candidate for rib remodeling, call Le Contour Aesthetic Surgery at (407) 447-1628.