Non-surgical fat reduction is best for moderate to severe fat below the chin, it also helps in contouring the jawline. Patients looking for permanent results might be most interested in Kybella.

Treatment typically takes 15-20 minutes. Small multiple injections, usually icing before and after takes the edge of the uncomfortable burning sensation. It is usually tolerable and most patients don’t need pain medication.

Multiple treatments are required, typically 2-6 treatments, 4 weeks apart, with results noticeable after 4-6 weeks.

Kybella treatment can cause skin contraction that may produce some skin tightening, unlike liposuction that leaves loose skin after a procedure.

Common side effects after Kybella injections include swelling, bruising, tenderness, and itching. Swelling peaks about 20 to 28 hours after your procedure, and will likely fade after 3 days.

Patients should sleep on their backs, with heads elevated for the next 3-5 days after treatment to help reduce swelling.

Refer to the before and after care instructions for more detailed guidance.