Kybella
Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable treatment using synthetic deoxycholic acid to permanently destroy fat cells under the chin (submental fat), reducing the appearance of a double chin.
Definition
Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable treatment using synthetic deoxycholic acid to permanently destroy fat cells under the chin (submental fat), reducing the appearance of a double chin.
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What You Need to Know
Kybella (deoxycholic acid) is a naturally occurring molecule that breaks down dietary fat. When injected into submental fat, it destroys fat cell membranes, which are then naturally metabolized by the body over 4-6 weeks. The treatment involves multiple small injections (20-50 per session) using a grid pattern. Most patients require 2-4 treatment sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart. Results are permanent — once fat cells are destroyed, they cannot store fat again. Common side effects include swelling (significant for 2-5 days), bruising, numbness, and firmness under the chin. Kybella is FDA-approved only for submental fat; off-label use in other areas carries higher risk. Cost ranges from $1,200-$1,800 per session. Alternatives include liposuction, CoolSculpting CoolMini, and Morpheus8 for skin tightening.
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Common Patient Questions
- 1What is Kybella?
- 2How many Kybella treatments do I need?
- 3Is Kybella permanent?
- 4What is recovery like after Kybella?
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Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable treatment using synthetic deoxycholic acid to permanently destroy fat cells under the chin (submental fat), reducing the appearance of a double chin. Kybella (deoxycholic acid) is a naturally occurring molecule that breaks down dietary fat. When injected into submental fat, it destroys fat cell membranes, which are then naturally metabolized by the body over 4-6 weeks.
Your medical spa provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk answers questions about Kybella as a non-surgical double chin treatment, provides pricing, checks appointment availability, and schedules consultations.
Your medical spa provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk answers questions about Kybella as a non-surgical double chin treatment, provides pricing, checks appointment availability, and schedules consultations.
Your medical spa provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk answers questions about Kybella as a non-surgical double chin treatment, provides pricing, checks appointment availability, and schedules consultations.
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