For
years, men and woman have been unhappy with those fatty deposits located under
their chin and neck area, often referred to as a “double chin.” These fatty deposits
or submental fullness, may cause some to feel less attractive and confident, but
they aren’t ready for an invasive surgical procedure to correct it. We offer a
new way to treat these localized fat deposits. Kybella™ is a non-surgical, safe
approach to localized fat reduction that provides for a more pleasing, confident,
appearance.
What is Kybella?
Kybella is
the first FDA approved non-surgical injectable that reduces the excess fat accumulation
under the chin and neck area. It’s a minimally
invasive, safe, effective non-surgical treatment that provides long lasting
results with minimal side effects.
Who are the best candidates for Kybella?
The
best candidates for Kybella are those that require fat removal from the
specific area of fat located on the upper neck under the chin area. Candidates
should be over 18 years old, have no chronic medical condition that may negate the
procedure, have good skin and muscle tone, and require minimum tissue
tightening in the area to be treated.
During
your consultation our doctor will discuss whether you’re are a good candidate
for the procedure, how many treatments you may require, the length of time
between your treatment sessions, and the expected results and cost.
How does Kybella work?
Kybella
is an injectable that includes a naturally occurring molecules of deoxycholic acid that’s found in the
body to aid the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat. Kybella is injected under
the chin to melt these fat cells, thus improving your appearance and profile of
the area while eliminating fat cells from the body. Once destroyed, these fat
cells are no longer able to store or accumulate fat.
How is the Kybella procedure
performed?
During the Kybella procedure we
use a very tiny needle (about the size of an eyelash) to make multiple
injections of Kybella into the targeted area. The Kybella treatment is almost
painless, has no downtime, no heavy bandages, headgear, anesthesia, and no disruptions
to your daily life.
What about side effects with Kybella?
The most common side effects following
Kybella treatment may include some redness, bruising, tightness, or mild
swelling which is normal and may last up to several weeks.
How does Kybella compare to
Liposuction?
With
Liposuction, the fat is surgically suctioned out of your body. Liposuction is
performed with one Surgical treatment.
Kybella
treatments normally range from 2 - 4 short treatment sessions, with no downtime.
The number of injections is dependent on the amount of fat to be dissolved. Sessions
are scheduled 4 - 6 weeks between treatments for optimal fat loss results to
occur.
How soon will I see results with
Kybella?
Initial
results will usually be seen within a couple of weeks after treatment and patients
will continue to see results up to a month after the initial injection. With
each additional treatment patients will continue to see improvement.
How long will Kybella fat
reduction last?
After
your series of treatments the results are permanent. Fat cells removed from
under the chin area with Kybella will not return. With weight gain, aging or
genetic factors new fat cells can occur.
Is Kybella safe?
Yes,
Kybella is a safe and FDA approved treatment to reduce fat under the chin. You
should select a health care provider that has been trained in reduction of chin
fat by Kybella and is aware of your medical history, including your current
medications.