Double Chin
Double chins have finally met their match!
Kybella injections have completely revolutionized the non-invasive treatment for double chins. This injectable procedure contains deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring bile acid in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat in the intestines. When injected into the fat layer under the skin, it causes permanent destruction of the fat cells. These fat cells are gone forever, and the results are permanent unless future weight gain occurs.
Is Kybella right for me?
The best candidates
are those with mild to moderate fullness under the chin, with or without mild sagging.
Patients with severe conditions and the sagging turkey neck would do best with surgical
intervention. Call our office for a consultation so that we can fully evaluate your needs
and expected results.
How many Kybella sessions will I need?
Many of
our patients need only two sessions, but some individuals may need several more. The more
fullness an individual has, the more vials of product and treatment sessions they will need.
Will Kybella help with the sagging skin under my
chin?
We often see a mild lifting and tightening of the skin in
the treated area, but this cannot be guaranteed. Other treatments are available in our
office to help lift the
skin of the lower face and neck. Severe sagging is best treated with
surgical intervention.
Does the procedure hurt?
No - fortunately
not with our method. Dr. Brown adds lidocaine numbing to the Kybella injections for a more
pleasant experience. When the Kybella is injected, it immediately begins to burst the
fat cells. This process would cause significant burning with the injections; however, the
additional lidocaine numbing blocks the pain and burning sensations.
Can I return to work immediately after my
treatment?
The Kybella process causes noticeable swelling,
particularly in the double chin area. This procedure is best done when you have a long
weekend without social activities. Otherwise, you might earn some new nicknames like
"Pelican", "Bullfrog" or "Jabba the Hutt". Immediately after, we recommend wearing your
hair down if you have long hair to camouflage the area. Scarves and bulky clothing can
also help to hide the swelling. You can expect significant swelling for about four days,
with the swelling tapering down after that. It may take several weeks for the swelling to
completely resolve, but it should not be noticeable to others at this point. Believe us,
it will be worth it in the end.
How soon will I see results?
While Kybella
instantly begins to destroy the fat cells when injected, the true magic relies on the body's
natural system of slowly cleaning up the cellular debris. The inflammation and swelling that
occurs often provides mild tightening and lifting of the jawline area after all the dust has
settled. This process takes time. We typically see good results several months after
the last Kybella treatment, although final results with tightening can take up to 6 months.
I've been so happy with Kybella for my double chin! Where else
can it be injected?
While Kybella is only FDA-approved for
the double chin area, we have been getting great results using it off-label in the jowl area,
the bra-bulge, and other small fat deposits. Dr. Brown can determine if you are a good
candidate at your next visit or consultation.