Your Comprehensive Guide to Kybella Double Chin Removal

One of the most common aesthetic complaints is having a double chin or fat accumulation below the jawline and it can be addressed with Kybella. When fat deposits form beneath the chin, they can give the appearance of a soft jawline and weak facial structure. While you may think double chins only affect people who are overweight, many thin people also have double chins.

We provide Kybella double chin removal at North Dallas Dermatology Associates in Dallas, TX. These innovative injections could help you achieve a more sculpted facial appearance. You can learn more about Kybella injections in the guide below.

What Is Kybella?

Kybella is an injectable cosmetic treatment that can remove excess fat beneath the chin. Also known as a “double chin,” it is very normal to have stubborn fat that accumulates under and around your jawline. Kybella can break down this fat to create a slimmer, more sculpted facial structure. 

It destroys fat cells surrounding your chin and jawline using a unique solution. These cells are later processed through the body’s lymphatic system and removed as waste. The result is a thinner, sharper jawline and a more contoured chin.

Who Makes a Good Candidate?

Anyone with excess under their chin may be a good candidate for treatment. If you have stubborn fat beneath your chin and jawline that is still present after weight loss, Kybella could be the solution. Patients with a double chin due to genetics may also be candidates for treatment.

The only way to know if Kybella is right for you is by consulting with a cosmetic medicine provider. We will assess your facial structure and excess fat to determine whether it can meet your needs. If not, we will discuss any alternative options that could produce the outcome you are looking for.

Is It a Surgical Treatment?

Kybella is a completely non-surgical treatment. There are no incisions made or sutures placed during Kybella treatment. Anesthesia is optional. Most Kybella injections can be performed without any anesthetics, but we can apply a topical numbing cream to prevent you from feeling the injections being administered.

Do You Need to Prepare for Treatment in Any Way?

You do not need to prepare for Kybella treatment. The only recommendation is to wash your face and neck with a mild cleanser on the day of your session. Do not apply anything to your skin before your session. This includes topical products, lotions, creams, and makeup.

What Happens During a Session?

During a Kybella session, you will be able to sit back and relax while we perform your procedure. Some patients choose to read, listen to music, or watch videos during their treatment. We begin by wiping the skin around your chin with a gentle cleansing wipe to remove any debris or bacteria. 

Once your skin is clean, we can begin placing your injections. Using an ultrafine needle, we will carefully inject the Kybella solution into multiple areas under your chin and jawline. The number of injections administered will depend on your personal needs and the severity of the fat deposits beneath your chin.

How Long Will the Treatment Take?

One of the biggest benefits of Kybella is that it is a short cosmetic treatment. The entire process takes only 15 to 20 minutes to complete. This makes Kybella a great treatment to get during your lunch break, while running errands, or any time you can fit it into your busy schedule.

Is There Any Recovery After Treatment?

Another great benefit of Kybella treatment is that there is no recovery process or downtime required afterward. You can return to all of your normal activities after a Kybella session. 

We do recommend that you avoid applying direct pressure to the area where your injections were placed. Applying too much pressure at the site of your Kybella injections can cause the solution to spread, affecting its potency.

Will You Need Multiple Sessions?

Kybella double chin removal is not an immediate solution to stubborn fat around the face. You will need multiple Kybella sessions to see optimal results. Most patients see the outcome they’re looking for after three to six sessions. These sessions will be spaced several weeks apart. 

For many patients, having one session per month for up to six months yields ideal results.

When Can You See Your Results?

You will see a gradual improvement in your facial structure as you reach the end of your Kybella treatment. After the first few sessions, you should start to see the fat beneath your chin decreasing. Most clients see their final result about one month after their last session. This is because your body needs time to dissolve the existing fat cells and remove them as waste.

Is Treatment Permanent?

Kybella will permanently destroy and remove the existing fat cells beneath your chin. With that being said, it is possible to develop new fat cells with weight gain. 

To maintain your results, it is important to follow a healthy diet and get regular exercise. If you accumulate fat under your chin due to genetics, you may be able to have your treatment repeated in the future.

Double Chin Removal in Dallas, TX

Do you struggle with a dreaded double chin or excess fat under the jawline? Kybella fat-dissolving injections can help sculpt a more contoured jawline and slimmer facial structure. 

At North Dallas Dermatology Associates, we offer Kybella treatment for patients throughout Dallas, TX. Schedule a consultation appointment with us to learn more about Kybella double chin injections.