You’ve been working on losing weight. You’ve seen the number go down on the scale, you’re losing inches in your waist, and your arms are looking slimmer. However, you just can’t seem to get rid of that pesky double chin, no matter what you try. Enter Kybella®.
Kybella is a revolutionary injectable cosmetic treatment that can help you ditch that extra fat underneath your chin.
At Wellington Rejuvenation Center located in Royal Palm Beach, Florida, Kelly DiStefano, MD, Wendy Champey, MD, Ed Champey, MD, and the rest of our team offer Kybella to eliminate your double chin. In this blog, we review more information about this cosmetic injection, including how it works, its benefits, and what to expect from the process.
Explaining Kybella
Kybella is a type of lipolysis, a nonsurgical injection used for breaking down fat. This cosmetic procedure uses deoxycholic acid found naturally in your digestive system. Deoxycholic acid can break down the fat in your food, so a synthetic version makes the perfect candidate for breaking down other fats like the ones in your chin that refuse to leave.
Deoxycholic acid destroys the fat in your chin and makes it impossible for your chin to store fat in the future.
The FDA has approved Kybella to target fat underneath the chin, and it’s safe and effective for eliminating double chins.
Who’s a good candidate for Kybella?
You can be considered for Kybella injections if you have mild to moderate amounts of excess skin underneath your chin.
However, you should let us know if you have had any cosmetic surgeries on your neck, face, or chin. We also need to review your medical history, including if you’ve had bleeding issues or trouble swallowing.
Studies are still ongoing on the potential effects Kybella can have on a baby, so let us know if you’re nursing or pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant soon.
Why you should choose Kybella
Many people choose Kybella because it’s a minimally invasive, nonsurgical procedure. No surgery means you’ll have no downtime or pain associated with the procedure, making Kybella a great alternative to other fat reduction methods, like liposuction.
In addition, Kybella can give you a reduced double chin, a leaner profile, increased facial symmetry, and a huge boost in self-confidence and quality of life.
What to expect from Kybella injection
At Wellington Rejuvenation Center, our team is highly experienced and well-trained at performing cosmetic injections, so you can rest easy knowing you’re in good hands at our practice.
Before gently placing the injections, our team numbs the injection area to ensure you don’t experience undue discomfort. We then place anywhere from 20 to 50 injections in your chin; all placed one centimeter apart.
After receiving Kybella, it’s possible to experience side effects such as redness, bruising, swelling, and numbness. However, these should subside after a few weeks at most.
To get optimal results, you may need multiple rounds of injections. However, our team can discuss that with you and help you to decide what works best for you.
Are you ready to ditch that double chin? Our team is ready to help you achieve your goals with the help of Kybella. To schedule an appointment with us, call our office at 561-878-1282 or use our online scheduler today.