Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable treatment used to reduce excess fat beneath the chin, commonly known as a double chin, and other targeted areas on the body. It contains a synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps break down and absorb dietary fat. When injected, Kybella permanently destroys fat cells at the treatment site, which are then naturally eliminated by the body.

Yes, Kybella is safe when administered by a qualified healthcare provider. It has been extensively tested and approved by the FDA for reducing fat under the chin, and its use has been expanded off-label by trained professionals to treat other areas of the body.

Kybella is ideal for individuals who have moderate to severe fat deposits under the chin or other body areas where fat accumulation is a concern and who prefer a non-surgical fat reduction method. It is best suited for those who have distinct bulges of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise.

The number of Kybella treatments varies depending on the amount of fat being treated and the desired results. Most patients require between 2 to 4 treatments, spaced at least one month apart. Each session typically involves multiple small injections into the fat under the chin or other target areas.

Post-treatment, you may experience swelling, bruising, or numbness under the chin or at the treatment site, which typically subsides within one to two weeks. Since Kybella leads to the destruction of fat cells, once the desired aesthetic outcome is achieved, further treatment is not expected.