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Kybella

Double Chin Treatment

KYBELLA is administered as a series of injections to the treatment area under the chin, destroying fat cells and producing gradual results. Everyone's chin profile is different, so your physician will tailor treatment to you.

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Time

30 min

Your provider will map out the exact treatment area and then you will be given multiple small injections under your chin. Treatment times average 30 minutes.

Results

Gradual

Each patient is different. Your provider may recommend 2 to 4 treatments of Kybella, one treatment per month. Fat cells will be destroyed gradually over the course of the treatment plan and will become more visible with each treatment.

Price

$$-$$$

Depending upon the treatment area and number of treatments needed, pricing will vary. Kybella is priced at $500 per vial. In most cases, 2 vials are used at each treatment session.

Downtime

1 Week

Most patients experience swelling, tenderness, and bruising in the injection area. Most of these side effects subside within a week or two after treatment. Most patients return to work and normal activities after receiving Kybella.

What is Kybella?

Now there is a treatment for your double chin! The FDA has approved KYBELLA™ (deoxycholic acid) injection, which contours and improves the appearance of moderate to severe submental fullness due to submental fat.

Submental fullness, also known as "double chin," can affect adult women and men of all ages and weights and is influenced by multiple factors including aging and genetics. Submental fullness is often resistant to diet and exercise.

KYBELLA™ is a formulation of a naturally-occuring substance (deoxycholic acid) that targets and destroys fat cells in the area where it's injected. Once those cells are destroyed, they can no longer store or accumulate fat.

The most common side effects are typically local to the treatment area and most commonly include swelling, bruising, pain, numbness, tingling, hardness and redness.

BEFORE & AFTER

Kybella

Kybella is an injectable treatment that permanently removes excess fat found in the chin and jawline area. Most patients see results after 2 treatments. Downtime is fairly minimal and includes swelling and tenderness to the injection area.

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FAQs

What is KYBELLA™?

KYBELLA™ (deoxycholic acid) injection is the first and only FDA-approved prescription nonsurgical treatment that is used in adults to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin (submental fat), also called, “double chin.” It is not known if KYBELLA™ is safe and effective in children less than 18 years of age. It is not known if KYBELLA™ is safe and effective for use outside of the submental area.
How does KYBELLA™ work?

The active ingredient in KYBELLA™ is deoxycholic acid, a naturally-occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat.

When injected into the fat beneath your chin, KYBELLA™ causes the destruction of fat cells. Once destroyed, those cells cannot store or accumulate fat.
Is KYBELLA™ right for me?

Only you and your doctor can decide if KYBELLA™ is right for you. If you’re bothered by submental fullness, or double chin, ask your doctor about KYBELLA™.
How many people have been treated with KYBELLA™?

KYBELLA™ has been the focus of a global clinical development program involving over 20 clinical studies with more than 2,600 patients worldwide, of which over 1,600 have been treated with KYBELLA™.
What can I expect during my KYBELLA™ appointment?

You and your doctor will customize your KYBELLA™ treatment regimen, including how many treatments you need, based on your desired chin profile. Your doctor will give you a series of injections at each treatment session, which are spaced a month or more apart. Many patients experience visible contouring of their chin profile in two to four treatment sessions spaced at least one month apart. Up to 6 treatments may be administered.
Will I experience any side effects?

The safety profile of KYBELLA™ is well characterized. The most common side effects are swelling, bruising, pain, numbness, redness and areas of hardness around the treatment area. KYBELLA™ can cause serious side effects, including trouble swallowing and nerve injury in the jaw that can cause an uneven smile or facial muscle weakness. These are not all of the possible side effects of KYBELLA™. Call your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects.
How many treatments will I need?

You and your doctor will customize your KYBELLA™ treatment regimen, including how many treatments you need, based on your desired chin profile. Your doctor will give you a series of injections at each treatment session, which are spaced a month or more apart. Many patients experience visible contouring of their chin profile in two to four treatment sessions spaced at least one month apart. Up to 6 treatments may be administered.
How long will the results last?

When injected into the fat under your chin, KYBELLA™ causes the destruction of fat cells. Once destroyed, those cells cannot store or accumulate fat. After the aesthetic response is achieved, retreatment with KYBELLA™ is not expected.