Reduce moderate-to-severe fullness under the chin with an injectable treatment that targets and destroys fat cells. Kybella offers a nonsurgical approach to refining the under-chin area, with results that develop gradually over a personalized series of treatments.
A persistent pocket of fat beneath the chin can soften the jawline and affect the way your profile looks, even when your weight is stable. Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable that targets moderate to severe submental fat, commonly called a double chin, without incisions or liposuction.
Treatment requires careful assessment because fullness beneath the chin is not always caused by fat alone. Skin laxity, muscle structure, and other anatomical factors can also affect the contour of the neck and jawline. Our injectors evaluate the complete area before recommending Kybella, Morpheus8, or another approach.
Each Kybella plan is customized to your anatomy and the amount of submental fullness being treated. The goal is a balanced, natural-looking contour that still feels like you.
Once fat cells are destroyed, they can no longer store or accumulate fat.
No incisions, no anesthesia, and no surgery required.
Most treatments are completed in 15 to 20 minutes.
Specifically designed for the double chin, jowls, bra bulge, and more.
Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable treatment designed to permanently destroy fat cells in targeted areas of the body. It works by disrupting fat cell membranes, allowing your body to naturally eliminate fat over time. Most commonly used to treat submental fullness (a double chin), Kybella is also an effective solution for small, stubborn areas like the jowls, bra bulge, abdomen, and inner thighs. With a series of quick, in-office treatments and no surgery or downtime, Kybella offers a safe and lasting way to contour and refine your natural shape.
When undergoing a treatment of Kybella Salt Lake City patients will begin with a consultation to map out the exact injection sites for optimal contouring. After the area is cleaned, a customized grid is applied to the skin to guide your injector with precision. A series of small injections are then administered into the fat layer. The process is quick, typically under 20 minutes. You may feel a warm or tingling sensation during the injection as the deoxycholic acid begins to work. Because it is a non-surgical procedure, you can drive yourself home immediately following your appointment.
Kybella is injected into the chin to contour and slim your profile by breaking down fat. For optimal results, 2-6 sessions may be recommended.
This treatment will smooth out the unwanted fullness along your bra line. Typically requires 2–4 sessions to refine your silhouette.
Contour the inner thighs by permanently destroying stubborn fat cells that resist diet and exercise. Expect 3–5 sessions to see full results.
With Kybella Salt Lake City patients can target localized fat deposits that do not respond to traditional weight loss methods, including:
Kybella reduces submental fat without incisions, general anesthesia, or surgical recovery. Swelling, tenderness, bruising, numbness, and temporary firmness are common; however, so patients should plan for visible social downtime after treatment.
Kybella fits perfectly into a busy lifestyle. There are no bandages, no heavy anesthesia, and no long absences from work. Treatment is completed in the office, and results emerge gradually as the body clears the destroyed fat cells. Kybella cannot reproduce every result possible with liposuction, but it can provide meaningful improvement for appropriately selected patients who prefer a nonsurgical approach.
If you are bothered by submental fullness under the chin or small pockets of stubborn body fat, you are likely a great candidate for Kybella. Kybella is ideal for patients with good skin elasticity who prefer a non-invasive route over liposuction. Candidates should be in good general health and should not have an active infection in the treatment area. During your consultation, we will assess your anatomy, goals, and medical history to ensure Kybella is the most effective tool for your specific needs.
Fullness beneath the chin can come from excess fat, loose skin, or a combination of both. Kybella and Morpheus8 address different parts of that equation.
Kybella may be appropriate when a defined pocket of fat beneath the chin is the primary concern and the surrounding skin has enough elasticity to adapt as volume decreases. The injectable destroys targeted fat cells, which the body gradually clears over the following weeks.
Kybella does not directly tighten loose skin. Reducing fat without accounting for skin elasticity can sometimes make existing laxity more noticeable, which is why candidacy matters.
Morpheus8 combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen remodeling beneath the skin. It may be better suited to patients whose jawline concerns are driven by mild skin laxity, crepey texture, or declining skin firmness rather than a distinct pocket of submental fat.
Morpheus8 can create a tighter, smoother appearance, but it does not work in the same way as Kybella and should not automatically be treated as a substitute for targeted fat reduction.
Some patients have both submental fat and skin laxity. In these cases, Rise may recommend a staged plan that reduces unwanted fullness while also supporting the skin’s ability to contract around the new contour.
Your provider will assess the amount of fat present, skin quality, jaw and neck anatomy, treatment history, and tolerance for downtime before recommending Kybella, Morpheus8, or a combination of treatments.
Kybella results do not happen overnight; they develop gradually as your body metabolizes the destroyed fat cells. Most patients begin to see a visible reduction in fullness about 4 to 6 weeks after their second or third treatment session. As the fat disappears, your natural jawline and contours become more defined. The best part is the longevity. Because the treated fat cells are permanently eliminated, the results are considered long-lasting. As long as you maintain a stable weight, your new, slimmer profile will remain a permanent fixture of your look.
Kybella swelling can be significant, particularly after the first treatment. The area may temporarily look fuller than it did before your appointment. This is an expected inflammatory response to the injections, although the amount and duration vary from patient to patient.
Swelling may begin within hours. The area can also feel warm, tender, firm, or numb. Small injection marks and bruising are possible.
Swelling is often most noticeable during the first few days. Some patients feel comfortable returning to work and daily activities, while others prefer to limit social plans until the fullness begins to settle.
Swelling and tenderness generally begin to improve. Bruising, numbness, tingling, or small areas of firmness may remain.
Most visible swelling should continue to resolve, but residual puffiness, firmness, or numbness can last several weeks. Occasionally, an injection-site reaction lasts longer than one month.
Because recovery is individual, avoid scheduling Kybella immediately before a wedding, photo session, vacation, or other important event. Your Rise provider can help you choose a treatment date with an appropriate recovery buffer.
Follow the Kybella aftercare instructions provided by your Rise injector, as aftercare may vary according to your treatment plan and medical history.
Contact Rise promptly if you develop an uneven smile, facial weakness, difficulty swallowing, open sores, drainage, worsening redness, severe or increasing pain, or other symptoms that concern you.
Kybella requires far more than placing injections beneath the chin. Safe, effective treatment depends on understanding the nerves, muscles, fat distribution, and structural landmarks of the lower face and neck. It also requires knowing when Kybella is unlikely to produce the best contour.
At Rise Rejuvenation Center, our experienced aesthetic injectors begin by determining what is contributing to the fullness beneath your chin. We evaluate the amount and location of submental fat, the elasticity of your skin, your profile from multiple angles, and how the area moves before creating your treatment plan.
This complete assessment helps us determine whether Kybella is appropriate, how many sessions may be needed, and whether skin-tightening treatment with Morpheus8 could better address your concern. Our Murray team prioritizes honest recommendations, careful treatment mapping, and natural-looking refinement for patients from Salt Lake City, Park City, and surrounding communities.
Kybella permanently dissolves fat cells. However, weight gain can result in nearby fat cells expanding. The best way to preserve your results is to maintain a stable weight.
The most common side effects patients experience after a Kybella treatment are swelling, bruising, discomfort, redness, numbness, and small lumps around the injection sites.
Swelling will be the worst during the first few days but can last 2 to 3 weeks.
The number of sessions needed will depend on the area being treated. We recommend booking an Injectables Consultation so our skilled injectors can create a custom treatment plan for you.
Kybella is designed to destroy fat cells, not directly tighten skin. Patients with good elasticity may see the skin adapt as submental fullness decreases. If loose or crepey skin is a significant part of your concern, Morpheus8 or another skin-tightening treatment may be more appropriate. Rise may also recommend a staged plan when both excess fat and laxity are present.
Do not schedule Kybella immediately before an important event. Swelling is often most pronounced during the first several days and can remain visible for several weeks. Because recovery varies, your provider may recommend allowing a buffer of several weeks or longer before weddings, photographs, travel, or other major plans.
Kybella is FDA-approved to improve moderate to severe submental fat in adults. Use in areas such as the jowls, abdomen, back, or thighs is considered off-label, and the FDA has not established its safety or effectiveness in those areas. Any off-label recommendation should follow an in-person evaluation and a clear discussion of the limitations, risks, and available alternatives.
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