Permanently Reduce Submental Fat (“Double Chin”) Without Surgery

Overview

• Kybella® is the only FDA-approved injectable treatment that permanently destroys fat cells under the chin and along the jawline.
  Using a synthetic form of deoxycholic acid — a molecule your body naturally produces to break down fat — Kybella targets stubborn submental fullness that doesn’t improve with diet and exercise.

• Once the fat cells are gone, they’re gone for good — no surgery, no incisions, and minimal downtime.

Treatment at a Glance

• What it is

• An injectable fat-dissolving treatment that eliminates stubborn pockets of fat under the chin or along the jawline.

• Why it works

• Deoxycholic acid breaks down fat cells, which your body then naturally processes and removes over several weeks.

• Why patients choose it

• Permanent fat reduction in the treated area

• Non-surgical alternative to liposuction

• Enhances jawline definition

• Minimal downtime compared to surgery

Ideal For

• Double chin / submental fullness

• Mild to moderate fat along the jawline

• Small, stubborn pockets of fat resistant to diet and exercise

• Patients seeking a non-surgical contouring option

Doesn’t Treat

• Loose, sagging skin without fat (best addressed with RF Microneedling or skin tightening procedures)

• Large-volume fat removal (better suited for surgical options)

Treatment Details

• Treatment Areas: Submental area (under chin), jawline contouring, small fat pockets in off-label areas

• Session Length: 20–30 minutes

• Downtime: Swelling and tenderness for 3–7 days (sometimes up to 2 weeks)

• Results: Visible improvement within 4–6 weeks; permanent once desired result is achieved

• Sessions Recommended: Typically, 2–4 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart

Before Your Treatment

• Avoid alcohol and blood-thinning medications/supplements for 24–48 hours to reduce bruising

• Arrive with clean skin in the treatment area

• Inform your provider of recent procedures, medications, or health changes

After Your Treatment

• Swelling, tenderness, or firmness in the treated area is normal and typically resolves in 1–2 weeks

• Avoid strenuous exercise, hot yoga, and saunas for 24–48 hours

• Do not massage the treated area unless instructed

• Final results appear gradually over several weeks as fat cells are processed by your body

Combination Therapy

• Kybella pairs well with:

• RF Microneedling (Secret PRO) — for skin tightening after fat reduction

• Sculptra — for improved jawline structure

• Excel V+ Laser — for redness or discoloration in the chin/neck area

• Fillers — for enhanced chin projection or jawline contour

Why We Love It

✔ Permanent fat cell removal
✔ Non-surgical with minimal downtime
✔ Enhances jawline and profile definition
✔ No anesthesia or incisions needed