Things You Should Know About Kybella® Treatment

What is KYBELLA®?

KYBELLA® is used in adults to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin (submental fat), also called “double chin.” KYBELLA® is administered as a series of injections to the treatment area under the chin, destroying fat cells and producing gradual results. The number of treatment sessions will vary based on the amount of fat under the chin and your treatment goals.

Kybella® May Be Right for You If:

• You’re unhappy, self-conscious, or embarrassed by fat under the chin, also known as submental fullness.
• You don’t want to have surgery.
• You eat well and exercise, but submental fullness does not go away.

How Does Kybella® Work?

The active ingredient in KYBELLA® is synthetic deoxycholic acid. Deoxycholic acid is a naturally occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat. When injected into the fat beneath the chin, KYBELLA® destroys fat cells, and once destroyed, these cells can no longer store or accumulate fat. This results in a noticeable reduction in fullness under the chin, revealing an improved chin profile.

How Is Kybella® Administered?

At each treatment, you will receive multiple small injections under your chin, and the injection process takes about 15 to 20 minutes. The exact number of injections will depend on the amount of fat you have under your chin and your desired profile.

How Many Kybella® Treatment Sessions Will I Need?

Since everyone’s chin profile is different, the number of treatments varies from patient to patient. Your doctor will help determine how many treatment sessions you need based on the amount and distribution of your submental fat and your personal treatment goals.

Each KYBELLA® treatment session is given at least 1 month apart, and you should not receive more than 6 treatments.

Will I Need Time to Recover?

The most common side effects of KYBELLA® include swelling, pain, numbness, redness, and areas of hardness in the treatment area.

Be sure to inform your doctor if you develop an uneven smile, facial muscle weakness, difficulty swallowing or injection site problems such as bruising, hair loss, open sores (ulcers), and damage and tissue cell death (necrosis) around the injection site.

How Long Will the Results Last?

When injected into the fat under the chin, KYBELLA® causes the destruction of fat cells. Once destroyed, those cells cannot store or accumulate fat. After reaching your desired aesthetic, further treatment is not expected.

Have Questions About Kybella®?

Contact Elements Dental Spa – Baton Rouge Dentist & Aesthetics Spa at 225-398-8812 to schedule a free aesthetic consultation today!