What is Kybella?
Kybella is made of deoxycholic acid, an enzyme that emulsifies fat cells. Given via injection in small amounts at multiple locations, Kybella may reduce the prominence of select areas of fatty tissue. Kybella was approved for injections underneath the chin. This can help reduce fullness of the under-chin area, or “double-chin”.
What to Expect With Treatment :
Kybella is given in the office setting. Prior to treatment, you will often receive a numbing cream, ice, or other treatment to minimize discomfort. Kybella will be administered by your physician using a needle. Immediate side effects include discomfort, swelling, bruising, and redness. Firmness may develop after your treatment, though this usually resolves over the course of two weeks. Treatment benefits are not seen immediately, and may take several days or weeks to see some initial improvement. Often, treatment needs to be repeated several times to achieve maximum results.