An injectable, prescription medicine for reducing fat that cause double chins, back rolls, and lays on the stomach.

Neck & Jawline Definition

Erin Storm, PA-C

Definitive guide on Kybella, including the procedure overview, benefits, risks, recovery, before & after photos, costs, and more. 

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Kybella®

Submental fullness, commonly referred to as a double chin, can distort the appearance of the facial profile and cause embarrassment or personal unhappiness. When the fullness is caused by stubborn fatty deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise, Kybella can be used to dissolve the unwanted fat to improve neck contours. 

The active ingredient in Kybella is synthetic deoxycholic acid which aids in the breakdown and absorption of fat. When deoxycholic acid is injected directly into submental fat, the adipose tissue is destroyed. Over time, through the body’s natural metabolic processes, the fat cells are removed from the chin area via the lymphatic system and naturally dispelled. 

Before a Kybella treatment, a trained provider will determine if the injectable is the right procedure for the patient’s needs and develop a treatment plan. For best results, a series of injections are needed in 1 month intervals, up to 6 treatments in total. For patient’s whose double chin is also caused by sagging skin, a more invasive, direct neck lift may offer better results. Other treatment options for submental fullness also include surgical liposuction or Coolsculpting. 

Before injection, the chin and neck area will be cleansed. A temporary tattoo of a grid will be applied to the treatment area. The grid allows for precise, even injection of Kybella while ensuring that all major facial nerves are avoided. Typically, no numbing cream or local anesthesia is used. Most patients are able to tolerate treatment with just an ice pack application prior to and immediately after injection. Kybella will be injected into the skin at various points on the grid. The injection process will take between 15-20 minutes. The number of injections will depend on the degree of chin fullness. It is common for patients to experience soreness and swelling for at least 1 week and lasting as long as 2-4 weeks.

Fat Reduction

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Head

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- Stop taking blood thinning medications 1 week prior to treatment

Before Treatment

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- Treatment area is cleansed
- Treatment grid is applied to the chin/neck area
- Patient may be numbed with ice, topical cream, or lidocaine
- Kybella is injected into the treatment area
- Ice is applied once procedure is complete

During Treatment

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- Swelling and soreness
- Redness and minor bruising
- Return to normal activity except exercise

Immediately After Treatment

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- Peak swelling occurs within first 3 days 
- Swelling can persist for up to 6 weeks 
- Exercise can be resumed after 24-48 hours
- Apply cool compresses to alleviate discomfort
- Follow up treatments occur at 1 month intervals for up to 6 months for best results

1-6 Weeks After Treatment and Beyond

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- Series of 2-6 treatments needed for results
- Final results seen 4-6 weeks after last treatment
- Permanent once desired results are achieved
- Results affected by weight gain and natural aging 

Result Notes

Kybella is an injected, prescription medicine that is approved by the FDA for fat reduction in the submental area. Here is a quick guide for what to expect before, during, and after Kybella injections.

Kybella

Kybella® is a prescription injectable Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved for fat reduction in the submental area.

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