Rib Modification in Dublin Ohio
July 8, 2019
"Wait! Did anyone bring barbecue sauce?" I remember the laughter, and moments later, I was unconscious.
For the next five hours, Dr. Brian Dorner and his team performed a rib reduction surgery of my 10, 11, and 12 rib pairs. Outside the Dorner Surgical Center, in Dublin, Ohio, it was a sweltering July day. Distant, in the background, were glowing thunderheads.
People who object to rib modification often promote some version of divine intervention, "gives us ribs for a reason!" They make the mistake of equating the protective value of the bottom floating pairs to the upper, fixed, ribs.
I also can't agree with an assertion that blessed corporeal features (and not others) should remain unaltered, for our entire lives, based on a mystical mandate. For example, nature, utilizing testosterone, gave many of us brow bossing: an extra-thick forehead bone to protect our frontal sinus and brains when we are out hunting, gathering, or fighting for a mate. Yet many of us here strive to eliminate that masculine forehead feature. Nature also provides some of us with cleft pallets or club feet. Why should only specific anatomical innovations be a testament to the deity?
Technically the procedure is not "Rib Removal" it is "Rib Reduction." The ribs are cut, and the innermost part of each bone remains embedded in the Erector Spinea muscle like rebar set in concrete. That bit of engineering continues to provide strength to the lower back muscle and protection of the lower intestines.
Nevertheless, due to the shortening of the ribs, there may be a diminished defense on the periphery. If a girl has a passion for bar fights, kickboxing, or swordplay, that might be a contraindication for the operation.
During the process, cut ribs are scraped clean of connective tissue and extracted. Left behind were two, five centimeter, scars. In the photo, they are 81 days old. I don't notice them. I don't think others will either. But let's be honest, if I were standing in a checkout line at a Walmart - wearing only a bikini, and someone behind me was standing close enough, for long enough, to notice those symmetrical back scars, would that person yell, "Hey Martha ay think this here woman done had her ribs removed!"? Or, would he more likely to yell, "Hey Martha, ay think this here woman in front'v me done used t'be an angel. She still has scars frawum where she lost huurr wings!"?
We all know the correct answer is: "she lost hurr wings!"
Because people in America believe Rib Reduction patients are far rarer than angels. A fact that is still accurate even if those shoppers are only referring to the nearly extinct models from Victoria Secret. Think about it. You know I am right. So, no, I am not worried about the scars. If my slender waist does not convince inquisitive observers of my ephemeral status, the wounds will.
I had this operation because, despite the fact, running six miles a day and going to the gym twice a week. I have hovered within four pounds of 149 for my entire life. With 38.5" hips (37" before hormone), and a 31" waist (31 before hormones), I had a rectangular body and a giant rib cage. My friends all say my ribcage looked fine. But none of my friends know the fuck about ribcages or the importance of .7 hip-to-waist ratio.
Before rib reduction, I had a 30~31 inch waist, after its 27"~28", without a bodice. If I stand tall, in the morning, it's 27".
During the surgery, I also had liposuction to narrow my waist and back further. This additional procedure is why my surgery lasted five hours.
I have never done waist training, and I know it is a waste that I have not tried my new trunk with a corset. Regardless, I love the curve. The result is subtle but powerful. I am not attracted to men, but they provide a reliable barometer. You can always count on a few in a large crowd to have no attenuator. It's a dual-edged affirmation.
I am a wimp, and I considered the post-op recovery to be intense. It was most painful getting into or out of bed. A very tightly tucked sheet, used as leverage, helped pull me up, or lay me down. Propped up on pillows, on my tail, is how I slept almost all the time. Despite America's fashionable fight upon opiates, I don't know what I'd have done without that prescription-strength pain reliever. A lot of weeping, I presume.
The pain improved tremendously after 17 days though I could not get back into the gym and perform situps (my measure for complete recovery) until the four-month mark. I was back running in less than a month. I was outside, taking twenty-minute walks by day two.
I had some nasty back muscle spasms starting day 35, and those persisted for six days. It was not at all enjoyable. I did wonder, "what I have done?" Maybe it was getting back to running too soon? Dr. Dorner was quick to personally answer dramatic texts from me even as early as 5:00 A.M. offering his help. It was a testimonial to his care and professionalism.
At five months post-op, I have no complications. I am 56-Years-old.
The cost from Dr. Dorner ranges from $10,000 for all six bilateral ribs with minimal liposuction. To $15,000 with liposuction, fat transfer, travel, hotel, and 24-hours of in-hotel post-op nursing. Having an attendant or personal friend stay with you for 24-hours post-op is required by Dr. Dorner. I did not have a friend travel with me because I told no-one about this surgery (until now). Dr. Dorner trained under Barry Eppley. I had considered Dr. Eppley and Dr.Michael K.Obeng before settling on Dr. Dorner.
"Wait! Did anyone bring barbecue sauce?" I remember the laughter, and moments later, I was unconscious.
For the next five hours, Dr. Brian Dorner and his team performed a rib reduction surgery of my 10, 11, and 12 rib pairs. Outside the Dorner Surgical Center, in Dublin, Ohio, it was a sweltering July day. Distant, in the background, were glowing thunderheads.
People who object to rib modification often promote some version of divine intervention, "gives us ribs for a reason!" They make the mistake of equating the protective value of the bottom floating pairs to the upper, fixed, ribs.
I also can't agree with an assertion that blessed corporeal features (and not others) should remain unaltered, for our entire lives, based on a mystical mandate. For example, nature, utilizing testosterone, gave many of us brow bossing: an extra-thick forehead bone to protect our frontal sinus and brains when we are out hunting, gathering, or fighting for a mate. Yet many of us here strive to eliminate that masculine forehead feature. Nature also provides some of us with cleft pallets or club feet. Why should only specific anatomical innovations be a testament to the deity?
Technically the procedure is not "Rib Removal" it is "Rib Reduction." The ribs are cut, and the innermost part of each bone remains embedded in the Erector Spinea muscle like rebar set in concrete. That bit of engineering continues to provide strength to the lower back muscle and protection of the lower intestines.
Nevertheless, due to the shortening of the ribs, there may be a diminished defense on the periphery. If a girl has a passion for bar fights, kickboxing, or swordplay, that might be a contraindication for the operation.
During the process, cut ribs are scraped clean of connective tissue and extracted. Left behind were two, five centimeter, scars. In the photo, they are 81 days old. I don't notice them. I don't think others will either. But let's be honest, if I were standing in a checkout line at a Walmart - wearing only a bikini, and someone behind me was standing close enough, for long enough, to notice those symmetrical back scars, would that person yell, "Hey Martha ay think this here woman done had her ribs removed!"? Or, would he more likely to yell, "Hey Martha, ay think this here woman in front'v me done used t'be an angel. She still has scars frawum where she lost huurr wings!"?
We all know the correct answer is: "she lost hurr wings!"
Because people in America believe Rib Reduction patients are far rarer than angels. A fact that is still accurate even if those shoppers are only referring to the nearly extinct models from Victoria Secret. Think about it. You know I am right. So, no, I am not worried about the scars. If my slender waist does not convince inquisitive observers of my ephemeral status, the wounds will.
I had this operation because, despite the fact, running six miles a day and going to the gym twice a week. I have hovered within four pounds of 149 for my entire life. With 38.5" hips (37" before hormone), and a 31" waist (31 before hormones), I had a rectangular body and a giant rib cage. My friends all say my ribcage looked fine. But none of my friends know the fuck about ribcages or the importance of .7 hip-to-waist ratio.
Before rib reduction, I had a 30~31 inch waist, after its 27"~28", without a bodice. If I stand tall, in the morning, it's 27".
During the surgery, I also had liposuction to narrow my waist and back further. This additional procedure is why my surgery lasted five hours.
I have never done waist training, and I know it is a waste that I have not tried my new trunk with a corset. Regardless, I love the curve. The result is subtle but powerful. I am not attracted to men, but they provide a reliable barometer. You can always count on a few in a large crowd to have no attenuator. It's a dual-edged affirmation.
I am a wimp, and I considered the post-op recovery to be intense. It was most painful getting into or out of bed. A very tightly tucked sheet, used as leverage, helped pull me up, or lay me down. Propped up on pillows, on my tail, is how I slept almost all the time. Despite America's fashionable fight upon opiates, I don't know what I'd have done without that prescription-strength pain reliever. A lot of weeping, I presume.
The pain improved tremendously after 17 days though I could not get back into the gym and perform situps (my measure for complete recovery) until the four-month mark. I was back running in less than a month. I was outside, taking twenty-minute walks by day two.
I had some nasty back muscle spasms starting day 35, and those persisted for six days. It was not at all enjoyable. I did wonder, "what I have done?" Maybe it was getting back to running too soon? Dr. Dorner was quick to personally answer dramatic texts from me even as early as 5:00 A.M. offering his help. It was a testimonial to his care and professionalism.
At five months post-op, I have no complications. I am 56-Years-old.
The cost from Dr. Dorner ranges from $10,000 for all six bilateral ribs with minimal liposuction. To $15,000 with liposuction, fat transfer, travel, hotel, and 24-hours of in-hotel post-op nursing. Having an attendant or personal friend stay with you for 24-hours post-op is required by Dr. Dorner. I did not have a friend travel with me because I told no-one about this surgery (until now). Dr. Dorner trained under Barry Eppley. I had considered Dr. Eppley and Dr.Michael K.Obeng before settling on Dr. Dorner.