About KYBELLA®
What is Kybella®?
KYBELLA® (deoxycholic acid) is the first and only FDA-approved prescription nonsurgical treatment used in adults to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin (submental fat), commonly referred to as a “double chin”. It is not known if KYBELLA® is safe and effective in children less than 18 years of age, or for use outside of the submental area.
Before & After
*Individual Results May Vary*
Frequently Asked Questions
- You’re bothered (unhappy, self-conscious, embarrassed) by fat under the chin
- 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.
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.
Before starting treatment, your healthcare specialist will examine the area under and around your chin to determine if KYBELLA is right for you. Then your specialist will tailor your treatment to the amount of fat under the chin and your aesthetic goals.
Treatment can only be administered by a KYBELLA- trained healthcare specialist. 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.
After KYBELLA treatment, you will likely have some swelling, bruising, or numbness under your chin.
- Nerve injury in the jaw (which can cause an uneven smile or facial muscle weakness)
- Trouble swallowing
- Injection site problems including: bruising, hair loss, open sores (ulcers), damage and tissue cell-death (neocrosis) around the injection site. Call your healthcare provider if you develop open sores or drainage from the treatment area.
