Everything You Need to Know About Kybella
Looking to get rid of a double chin? This stubborn pocket of fat is almost impossible to diminish with just diet and exercise. Until Kybella, liposuction was one of the only ways to do something effective about the dreaded double chin.
What is Kybella?
Kybella is an injectable substance made from deoxycholic acid. This acid is naturally generated by the body and is used to digest fatty foods. It destroys the walls of fat cells, breaking their ability to hold fat.
Kybella is deoxycholic acid manufactured in a sterile lab. When it’s injected under your chin, the fat-cell walls in that area are broken, and the fat beneath your chin disappears. The destroyed cells are then naturally processed and disposed of by your body.
Kybella is a non-surgical, FDA-approved treatment for use under the chin.
How Long Does It Take for Kybella to Work–and How Long Does it Last?
Because the process works naturally, it can take some time for the body to dispose of the dead cells. The results will appear about four to six weeks after your treatment. Once the fat walls are destroyed, the effect is permanent. After getting rid of your double chin with Kybella injections, the fat cells are gone forever. However, new cells can be made, so it’s important to maintain your weight with a healthy diet and exercise.
Does Kybella Hurt?
There is some discomfort during the procedure, as a small needle injects Kybella under the chin. There may be some soreness for a couple of days afterward.
No Touch Ups
Depending on the extent of your double chin, it could take up to four treatments to completely eliminate the fat. Some people get rid of all neck fat in one treatment, while others need more.
If more treatments are needed, they are done 8-10 weeks apart. The full treatment process may take several months to produce results, as the process of the cells being destroyed and then naturally eliminated takes more time than liposuction.
However, once the treatment process is fully completed, there are no touch ups required. The results last permanently.
Side Effects
- Soreness
- Swelling and bruising for about a week
- Numbness or firmness in the injection area (rarely occurs–fades in about three weeks)
Who is a candidate for Kybella?
Kybella is designed to be used to help men and women who want to eliminate stubborn pockets of fat underneath the chin, but want to avoid a surgical procedure. Candidates should meet the following qualifications:
- Are over the age of 21
- Are medically healthy
- Are not allergic to the active ingredients in the formula
- Have a moderate amount of unwanted fat beneath the chin
- Are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding
During your consultation, your candidacy for this treatment and whether the procedure is right for you will be determined.
Kybella Benefits
This popular treatment has many benefits.
- Non-surgical
- No downtime or long recovery period
- Synthetic form of a natural fat-destroying acid in the body
- Safe and gentle alternative to liposuction
- Permanent results
- Smoother, more sculpted and youthful jawline
Why choose the medical spa at SGK Plastic Surgery?
When you visit SGK Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery, you are welcomed into a luxurious, professional environment designed to cater to your needs. Dr. Kim and her staff are known for giving the highest standard of care and individualized attention to every patient who walks in their doors. Experience Kybella treatments in the expert hands of the SGK team–and say goodbye to that stubborn double chin.