kybella

The number of injection sessions needed depends on a variety of factors including the amount of fat to be dissolved, the goals of the patient and individual responses to the Kybella injections. A minimum of two injection sessions is almost always required. Treatment sessions are spaced at least 1 month apart. 

A cosmetic consultation is required prior to scheduling a Kybella treatment. On the day of your treatment, your provider will start by assessing your anatomy and symmetry after thoroughly discussing your personal goals, motivations, and expectations. The skin will then be cleaned and prepped. Although local anesthesia is not needed for Kybella injections, you will be given an ice pack to numb the area prior to your treatment. A marking grid will be applied to the skin to ensure precise placement and provide a treatment map. The provider will then perform a series of injections to deposit the Kybella. It is common to experience some burning and stinging during injections. Once completed, any markings will be removed. 

Kybella is FDA approved to treat the submental region to reduce the appearance of a “double chin”. 

Common side effects with Kybella include minor redness, swelling, bruising, induration, tenderness, or numbness. These particular side effects are quite normal and often resolve within a few weeks.  

We recommend avoiding make-up, jewelry, deodorant, perfumes, or powder in the areas to be treated on the day of your treatment. If possible, avoid blood thinning medications such as Aspirin, NSAIDS, or fish oils, if possible, for 7 days prior to your treatment to help lessen the chance of bruising. Alcohol should also be avoided for at least 3-4 days prior to your treatment. After your Kybella injections, alcohol and exercise should be avoided for 24 hours. We recommend sleeping with a slight elevation of your head and using ice packs on/off for a few days to reduce any normal swelling.