Rib roll - how can this be treated? (Photo)

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I have always had what I call a “baby roll” below my breasts (even when I was 20lbs lighter ). I’ve tried to Google and only see that this can be caused by a rib flare. I’ve had two consultations and one dr said it was skin and would need to be excised while another said lipo would work. Tired of always having to hide it and limit what I wear.

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry!  From the photos sent, it is hard to tell how much of the area is fat or rib. 
 If fat, liposuction would be your answer. It would be great to see you in person to get a hands on approach to your journey.   Make sure to schedule a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon to help you reach your goals.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Mom65389,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, if the skin is the issue then skin excision is the solution and if the fat is the cause of this, then liposuction is the solution. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Ryan Rebowe, MD · Answer

Liposuction may be able to make this area less noticeable. However, the adhesion below the ribs will always be there unless surgically released. This would likely best be done during an abdominoplasty to undermine this skin. A reverse abdominoplasty can also be done, however the scar is less favorable.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

An examination is needed to determine if the area that concerns you is excess skin or fat.  If it is fat, liposuction should improve it.  J-Plasma could be added if there is minor skin laxity.  If it is primarily excess skin and not fat, then excision would be the recommendation to improve the contour.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Very likely that role is skin in nature. Liposuction should be an initial treatment. Addition of skin fixation within the inframammary fold (like upper abdominoplasty?) should be considered as well. Good luck.

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