Kybella

What is Kybella?

Kybella® in Boston and Worcester, Massachusetts is the only FDA-approved injectable that diminishes the appearance of fat below the chin, also called a double chin or described medically as submental fullness. Kybella is made up of deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body, to destroy dietary fat cells. Learn more about the history of Kybella in Dr. Hall’s blog!

How does Kybella help fix a double chin?

Because Kybella is made up of deoxycholic acid, fat cells leading to excess fat under the chin are permanently destroyed, creating a slimmer appearance in the treatment area. For optimal results, two to four sessions of Kybella injections are required, spaced at least four weeks apart. Dr. Hall will create an individualized treatment plan based on the amount of correction desired for your unique concerns.

Who is a good candidate for Kybella Boston?

Anyone who is unhappy with the appearance of their chin profile who has excess chin fat is likely eligible for this non-invasive procedure to correct a double chin. Kybella candidates have mild to moderate fat under the chin and aren’t allergic to any ingredient in the formula.

Will I need more than one treatment session?

Results from Kybella injections are noticeable in as little as two to four treatments. However, up to six treatments may be necessary to achieve your goals.

Chin Augmentation with Kybella/Restylane Lyft – Patient 252
A woman in her late 20’s who is bothered by submental fullness and weakness of her chin. Although she could consider liposuction of the submental area and a chin implant, her schedule did not allow for surgery and recovery at this time. She is shown 2 months after 3 vials of Kybella to the submental area, and 1 month after 2 cc of Restylane Lyft to the chin.
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Kybella/Restylane Lyft – Patient 253
A woman in her late 20’s who is bothered by submental fullness and weakness of her chin. Although she could consider liposuction of the submental area and a chin implant, her schedule did not allow for surgery and recovery at this time. She is shown 2 months after 3 vials of Kybella to the submental area, and 1 month after 2 cc of Restylane Lyft to the chin. There has been no change in her weight.
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Kybella – Patient 252
A woman in her late 30’s who is bothered by a weak chin as well as submental fullness. She is shown 7 ½ months after a chin implant and 3 months after the placement of 4 vials of Kybella to the submental area. She has had an additional 4 vials of Kybella 5 months before. She has gained 4 lbs since the Kybella treatment but the submental area is more refined and gives her the appearance of having lost weight. The Kybella treatment has been tailored in her case to include the jowls. A beautiful jawline is seen after her treatments.
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Kybella – Patient 251
A woman in her early 50’s who is bothered by submental fullness. She is shown after 2 treatments with Kybella. Her first treatment was with 4 vials and her second treatment is with 2 vials. She is 2 months after her second treatment. Although her weight is up 2 lbs her neck has less submental fullness. An advantage of Kybella is that it can be tailored to each patient. In her case the lower jowls were treated as well. As a result, she has a more defined jaw line.
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Kybella – Patient 250
A woman in her later 40’s who is bothered by submental fullness. She is shown 4 months after her second treatment with 4 vials of Kybella. She has had 2 treatments with 4 vials during each treatment. Despite gaining 6 lbs, her submental fullness is improved and her jawline has better definition and an improvement in the jowling.
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How long do results last?

Kybella can last for years, and touch-ups should not be necessary. However, if you experience a significant amount of body weight gain, fullness under the chin may return.

What should I expect during recovery?

There is no downtime associated with Kybella. Patients will experience minor swelling and bruising after treatment, which should resolve within three days. Learn more about the recovery process in Dr. Hall’s Ultimate Guide to Kybella blog!

Schedule a Kybella consultation today

To learn more about this non-invasive solution to your double chin problem, talk to board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jonathan Hall. During a consultation with Dr. Hall, he’ll evaluate your problem area and recommend a treatment plan, whether Kybella will be effective or if you would benefit from another procedure, such as liposuction. Call us or fill out a contact form online to start the conversation today.

Watch a recent testimonial from a Kybella patient of Dr. Hall: