Kybella was first FDA-approved for the treatment of submental fullness (a double chin and excess upper neck fat). However, this safe, effective injectable can also be administered into other areas. For instance, Kybella can be injected into the outer thighs, upper and lower abdomen, and upper arms to eliminate excess fat and tighten loose skin.

You should expect your Kybella treatment results to last a lifetime. The human body can only grow fat cells for the first 25 years of life. Therefore, if you’re 25 or older, you will always have fewer fat cells in your chin and neck after treatment.

Most healthy adults who are concerned about excess neck or chin fat qualify for this treatment. That said, it’s not right for everyone. You need to come in for an initial consultation to determine whether this treatment is right for you, but you should qualify if you are not:

• Pregnant
• Breastfeeding
• Ill
• Experiencing skin irritation in the treatment area

You need to stop taking any blood-thinners for three days prior to your injection session. This includes such drugs and supplements as:

• NSAIDs
• MAOIs
• Fish oil supplements
• Vitamin E supplements
• Garlic supplements

It is also essential that you do not consume anything that will raise your blood pressure too high, like alcohol and products containing nicotine. Similarly, excessive consumption of salt and caffeine should be avoided. Finally, it is crucial that you avoid sunburn and other forms of skin irritation.

When you come in for your initial consultation, we’ll give you a list of everything you need to do to prepare for your treatment session. Fortunately, these instructions are simple and won’t interfere too much with your usual routine. Here’s a summary of what is expected from you:

• Drink at least eight cups of hydrating fluids daily in the days leading up to your treatment
• Drink at least two cups of hydrating fluids before coming in for your injection session
• Eat a nutritious, high-protein snack or small meal before coming in for your injection session
• Come in for your injection session with a clean chin and neck (no makeup, lotion, or other cosmetics)

Most clients achieve satisfactory results after just one to three treatments. However, you may need up to six injection sessions spaced roughly one month apart to achieve your desired profile.

Since we use a 1/2″ needle to administer Kybella treatment, you will not experience any pain. With that being said, you will feel a slight pressure as we inject the deoxycholic acid into the treatment area. If you don’t like the thought of being able to feel the needle, let us know during your initial consultation. We will happily apply a topical anesthetic to keep you numb throughout the injection process.

Treatment can only be administered by a KYBELLA^®-trained healthcare specialist. 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.