The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery estimates that as many as 68% of people in the United States have a double chin. People often associate a double chin with weight gain, but there are various reasons why you may have one.
At Revive Wellness Group, we offer Kybella injections for decreasing and even removing a double chin. Learn more about what Kybella is and the benefits it offers.
What Are Kybella Injections?
Kybella injections are non-surgical cosmetic injectables made from deoxycholic acid. Your digestive system naturally makes this acid to help break down fat so that it’s easier to digest. When injected into your chin, Kybella targets and destroys the fat cells, allowing your lymphatic system to eliminate them naturally.
The fat that collects under the chin, called submental fullness, has various causes. You may have a double chin if you have:
- Excess fat
- Certain facial structures
- Close relatives with double chins
- Aging skin
When we inject Kybella, the acid will destroy only fat cells, and the results will be permanent. Kybella is the only FDA-approved injectable treatment specifically made for double chin removal.
The best candidates for Kybella injections are people 18 and older who have moderate to severe pockets of fat under the chin and who do not want to undergo surgical procedures.
If you have an infection in the treatment area, we will delay treatment until it clears. If your bone structure is what causes the double chin, if you have extreme skin laxity, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have swallowing or bleeding problems, Kybella is not the right treatment choice.
Benefits of Kybella Injections
Kybella is a non-surgical procedure that does not require downtime. You can have the injections during your lunch break and return to work immediately afterward. Since the results these injections offer are also gradual, you don’t have to worry about an abrupt change to your appearance.
Kybella injections contain a synthetic version of an acid you have in your body, so you will not have exposure to harsh chemicals. Kybella offers permanent results because it destroys the fat cells at the injection site. As long as you do not experience significant weight gain, the fat cells in your chin will not return.
Kybella is a treatment option that’s appropriate for most people, no matter your skin color or type.
Prepping for Kybella
When you come to your first consultation, we will discuss your goals. We will also get your full medical history to ensure that Kybella is the right treatment option for you.
Give us a list of all of the medications you take and let us know about any cosmetic procedures you’ve had in the past. If you have swallowing or bleeding problems, let us know about those, too.
For this double chin removal procedure, we recommend you avoid alcohol, especially red wine, for at least seven days before your appointment. You should also stop taking anti-inflammatory medication for a week. Make sure to check all of the medications you take for any specific instructions about procedures like Kybella treatments.
In addition, you should avoid foods that are high in sugar, sodium, and refined carbohydrates, and don’t take niacin supplements.
We also recommend that you exercise before getting Kybella. After the injections, you want to avoid raising your blood pressure, which exercise does.
The Procedure and Aftercare
Arrive at your appointment with a clean face, free of sunscreen, lotions, or makeup. Men should shave their beards.
We will mark the injection sites, and we usually apply a topical numbing cream or an ice pack to the area, as well. The number of injections will vary from person to person, but typically, we perform 20 to 30 injections. The entire procedure lasts 15 to 20 minutes on average, and you can return to your day right away.
After receiving the injections, we recommend that you apply an ice pack to the site. Sleep on your back and with your head slightly elevated for the first three to five days after treatment. To promote healing and to make it easier for your lymphatic system to eliminate the fat cells, drink plenty of water.
Avoid sun and heat exposure for three to five days, and don’t drink caffeine or alcohol as you recover. Stay away from foods that contain high levels of sugar, sodium, spicy ingredients, and refined carbohydrates for at least 24 hours.
Together, we will create a treatment plan that focuses on your specific needs. You will likely need more than one Kybella session. We offer most people six treatment sessions, with at least a month between sessions.
You can expect to see results six to eight weeks after the procedure, allowing for a gradual change in your appearance.
Get Double Chin Removal Treatments in Perrysburg, OH
A double chin can make you appear older. In the past, the only option was a surgical procedure like liposuction, but now there’s Kybella.
Kybella injections go right to the root of the problem — excess fat cells in the submental region. By breaking these fat cells down, Kybella lets your body get rid of excess chin fat in a natural and simple manner.
At Revive Wellness Group in Perrysburg, OH, we offer a variety of cosmetic procedures, including injectables, skin treatments, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, and IV hydration.
Our dedication to helping our patients encourages us to look for treatments and therapies that will help you look and feel better from the inside out. Contact us to schedule your consultation today.