Even diet and exercise can’t permanently eliminate a double chin. If you want to create a slimmer facial profile, a Kybella treatment at Noble Cosmetic Surgery in Plano, TX, helps men and women remove excess fat beneath their chin without complicated surgery. In Plano, Texas, Dr. Patrick Obasi helps men and women put their best faces forward with transformative cosmetic enhancements. Call or click to book your consultation today to get the face or body of your dreams.
Kybella May Be Right For You If:
- You’re bothered (unhappy, self-conscious, embarrassed) by fat under the chin or submental fullness
- You feel the condition makes you look older or heavier than you are
- You don’t want to have surgery
- You eat well and exercise, but submental fullness does not go away
Kybella Q & A
KYBELLA® is the only FDA-approved injectable treatment that destroys fat cells in the treatment area under the chin to improve your profile. 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.
During your consultation, you’ll meet with either Dr. Obasi, Dr. Arumala, or the nurse practitioner to review your medical history to ensure you’re a good candidate for KYBELLA. Then, after discussing your expectations, a treatment plan will be customized to meet your needs. The treatment is performed right in the office and can be done in 15-20 minutes; no surgery or general anesthesia is needed. Some patients have a small amount of fat under the chin and only need a single treatment. Other patients may require multiple treatment sessions to achieve the outcome desired. Up to six treatments can be performed with at least one month between treatments.
After a treatment with Kybella, you may experience some side effects. Swelling, slight discomfort, bruising, and numbness are expected but will subside as the product breaks down the fat cells. If you experience any other side effects, notify Noble Cosmetic Surgery right away. In rare cases, you may not be able to tolerate the treatment due to an allergic reaction. In such a case, our knowledgeable providers can inform you of the alternate treatment options available.
You’ll have noticeable results after the initial treatment, with ongoing improvements following each additional treatment session. For example, you’ll notice that the skin of the treated area feels more lifted and tightened. Once destroyed, the fat cells can no longer store or accumulate fat, so further treatment is not expected once you reach your desired aesthetic goal. However, a poor diet and lack of exercise can cause future weight gain, which may reintroduce the problem of the double chin. To continue enjoying the results of your KYBELLA® treatment, it’s best to create healthy habits to maintain your weight and to implement a good skincare routine.