KYBELLA

The active ingredient in Kybella® is synthetic deoxycholic acid. Deoxycholic acid is a naturally occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat. When injected into the fat beneath the chin, Kybella® destroys fat cells, resulting in a noticeable reduction in fullness under the chin. Once destroyed, these cells can no longer store or accumulate fat, so further treatment is not expected once you reach your desired aesthetic goal.

what to expect

Before starting treatment, Dr. Vafa will examine the area under and around your chin to determine if Kybella® is right for you and will tailor your treatment to the amount of fat under the chin and your aesthetic goals.

The procedure area is then injected with Lidocaine for total anesthesia. Dr. Vafa prefers injections of Lidocaine over Numbing Cream. The treatment can be relatively painful if only Numbing Cream is used for anesthesia.

At each treatment, you will receive multiple small injections under your chin, and the injection process takes about 15 to 20 minutes. The exact number of injections will depend on the amount of fat you have under your chin and your desired profile.
results

Since everyone’s chin profile is different, the number of treatments varies from patient to patient. Dr. Vafa will help determine how many treatment sessions you need based on the amount and distribution of your submental fat and your personal treatment goals. Each treatment session is given at least 1-2 months apart.

Results are gradual and usually seen ofer the course of a few months
downtime

After Kybella® treatment, you will likely have swelling, minimal bruising, or numbness under your chin.
cost

Starting at $545 a session