If you have accumulated fat under your chin, you probably know how difficult it is to get rid of. Even people at a healthy weight can have a double chin, and once it has arrived, this fat often refuses to leave. Kybella® is an injectable treatment for double chin reduction that works without incisions or surgery to restore your slim, contoured neck.
What is Kybella® for Double Chin Reduction?
If submental (under the chin) fat affects your confidence, your Laser Skin Care Center specialist may recommend Kybella®. This non-surgical alternative to liposuction provides double chin reduction without the recovery time or anesthesia. It works by damaging fat cells, signaling your body to remove them and restoring the sculpted shape of your neck, chin, and jaw.
Am I a Candidate for Double Chin Reduction?
Kybella® offers an effective option for those who want to eliminate their double chin with an injectable treatment. Good candidates for Kybella® are healthy and have reasonable expectations. Candidates should not have an active skin condition or infection in the treatment area. People with certain medical conditions should not have this type of double chin reduction.
Kybella® is a fat removal treatment, so it will not address sagging skin. While your skin may rebound and tighten after the fat is removed, those with loose skin have several options. Lasers and other treatments can tighten your skin in many cases. Those bothered by a large amount of loose skin may benefit from surgery.
Only a consultation, including a thorough review of your medical history, will let your Kybella® expert determine whether you are a candidate. While Kybella® is safe and effective, it is not suitable for everyone.
How Does Kybella® Work for Double Chin Reduction?
Kybella® is injected into your double chin, where it starts to break down fat cells using a compound called deoxycholic acid. Your body uses this compound to break down the fats you eat. Kybella® uses a lab-produced version that damages the fat cells in your double chin. Your body’s lymphatic system is responsible for clearing away these fat cells to leave your chin slimmer.
Is There Any Downtime After Kybella®?
You can return to work and other activities after Kybella®. While there is no downtime, you may experience some redness and sensitivity at the injection site. Most people develop swelling under the chin, and some people find that the area is sore for a few days. Swelling peaks after the first few days but can take up to a month to fade completely.
When Will I See Results After Kybella®?
Most people need two to six Kybella® treatments to achieve their desired results. You may start to notice improvements after four to six weeks, with full results developing a few months after your last treatment. Each person responds differently to this treatment, so your results may take more or less time to appear.
Take the Next Step
If you’d like to learn more about Kybella® double chin reduction, please fill out the form on this page or call (562) 997-1144. Laser Skin Care Center proudly serves the Long Beach, CA, area and offers various cosmetic dermatology services.
