Injectables
Kybella
Injectable treatment for submental fullness.
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Overview
What kybella does, in plain language.
Kybella is deoxycholic acid — the same molecule the body uses to break down dietary fat — injected in a grid pattern under the chin to reduce submental fullness.
It works over a series. Fat cells in the treatment zone are cleared over weeks and do not return. For the right anatomy, it's a genuine alternative to surgery.
Kybella is best for a well-defined pocket of submental fat in a patient with reasonable skin quality. It is not a treatment for loose skin or for weight loss.
A consultation determines whether this treatment is right for you — every plan begins with a conversation and a physician assessment.
What it treats
- —Submental (under-chin) fullness
- —Mild jawline blurring caused by submental fat
Includes
- — Submental (double chin)
- — 2–4 sessions typical
- — Swelling for several days
The visit
In the chair.
- Duration
- 20–30 minutes.
- Comfort
- Ice or topical numbing before injections; the anesthetic mixed in helps too.
- What it feels like
- A gridded template is placed over the treatment area, then small injections are given across the pattern. Expect noticeable swelling for several days afterward.
Results & downtime
Honest timelines.
- When results appear
- Contour change over 6–8 weeks per session.
- How long they last
- Long-lasting — treated fat cells are gone.
- Downtime
- Notable swelling for 3–7 days; occasional bruising. Plan a quiet week.
- Sessions
- 2–4 sessions spaced 6–8 weeks apart is typical.
Aftercare
Simple steps that protect the result.
- —Cold compresses in short intervals for the first 24 hours.
- —Sleep slightly elevated on the first night.
- —Skip strenuous exercise for 48 hours.
- —Expect a firm feeling as swelling settles — this is normal.
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