The amount scarring with Rib remodelling surgery is quite minimal. The technique uses a very clever device called the Piezotome. Essentially, the surgeon makes only a tiny needle puncture — that’s the only mark left on the skin, and it heals without a visible scar.
Photo: This is the small aperture (opening) used for rib remodeling, created with an 18-gauge needle
The Piezotome is an osteoselective instrument. When applied to the rib, it vibrates at a very high frequency. This allows it to affect only the bone, without damaging the surrounding soft tissues. By gently treating one side of the rib, it becomes flexible. That flexibility is what makes it possible to bring the waist inward. So thanks to this advanced device, surgeons can now remodel ribs in a minimally invasive way.
How the Scar Looks After Rib Remodeling
Early healing (1–2 weeks): the incision may look slightly red or raised.
After 1–3 months: the mark usually fades into a thin line or dot, blending with the natural skin tone.
Long-term (6–12 months): in many patients, the scar is almost impossible to notice.
Photos of the Scar After Rib Reposition
Reddit User Comments on Incision Visibility After RibXcar Surgery
Many patients and practitioners report that incisions from RibXcar are either extremely minimal or virtually unnoticeable:
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"The incisions are tiny — just needle punctures less than 1 cm — so after healing, they are basically invisible, especially since they’re placed low on the back."
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"I had two small 1cm incisions on my lower back. You can barely see them unless you’re really looking up close. It’s nothing like big surgical cuts."
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"Scar visibility was one of my biggest concerns, but with RibXcar, the scars faded quickly and are nearly impossible to notice now."
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"Because the procedure only requires a small needle-sized incision, there’s no typical surgical scar. It’s practically scarless compared to traditional rib removal."
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"In my experience, the incisions healed wonderfully — I had no visible marks after about 6 months. It’s amazing how discreet it is."
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"Some patients worry about scars, but the scarless technique of RibXcar means you get dramatic waist slimming without obvious signs of surgery."
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"Honestly, the tiny punctures blend with natural skin folds on the back, so most people never notice any scar."
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"It helps a lot that after surgery you wear a compression corset, which supports healing and protects the incision areas."
