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Aug

Are the Results of Kybella Permanent? Essential Dermatology Explains!

  • Dr. Michael Krathen
  • Featured Article, KYBELLA
Woman with smooth skin posing under soft light, representing cosmetic results from Kybella injections at Essential Dermatology.

Are you trying to eliminate a double chin, but diet and exercise aren’t achieving the results you want? Kybella injections in Natick or Needham, Massachusetts, offer a non-surgical solution to help you eliminate stubborn fat under the chin. Expertly administered at Essential Dermatology, Kybella helps you achieve a well-defined chin without committing to invasive procedures.

What is Kybella injection?

Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable solution aimed at diminishing moderate to severe fat located under the chin (double chin). Kybella is composed of deoxycholic acid, a substance that is naturally found in the body and aids in the breakdown of dietary fat. When administered in the region below the chin, Kybella eliminates fat cells, which are then eliminated through the body’s natural metabolic functions. The result is a more defined jawline and improved facial profile without surgery or liposuction.

How soon before I start seeing results?

The results of Kybella are not immediate like liposuction. While each patient is unique, many start seeing results within 4-6 months, giving the body enough time to remove and eliminate the fat cells. However, for the best results, we recommend a series of treatments. Our provider will create a treatment plan to help you achieve the desired goals.

Actual Patient Results

Kybella Submental fat reduction
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Are the results permanent?

Good question! Kybella is considered a long-term solution for submental fullness. Once Kybella destroys fat cells, those cells cannot store or accumulate fat again. The body permanently removes them, which means the treated fat cells do not return.

However, there is an important disclaimer. While the eliminated fat cells cannot return, the remaining fat cells can enlarge and reverse the progress if you gain significant weight. That’s why we advise patients to maintain a stable weight to help preserve their results.

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Are Kybella injections worth it?

Even with a healthy lifestyle, fat under the chin can persist, often caused by factors beyond your control, such as genetics and aging. If you feel that a double chin makes you look older or less confident, Kybella offers an effective solution to eliminate unwanted fat without surgery or prolonged downtime.

Here is what makes Kybella injections stand out:

  • Tackle stubborn submental fat without surgery
  • The procedure is quick and comfortable
  • Treatment involves minimal downtime
  • Kybella permanently destroys fat cells
  • Treatment can be tailored to your specific needs and goals

At our office, we are renowned for delivering safe, precise, and natural-looking results with Kybella. Our experienced dermatologist will assess your facial anatomy and create a personalized treatment plan to achieve naturally refreshed results. Our patients love the results, and we are confident you will too.

Where can I get non-surgical treatment for a double chin in Needham, MA?

Excess fat beneath the chin is one of the most common cosmetic concerns among adults. While healthy habits can help reduce overall body fat, the area under the chin is often resistant to traditional weight-loss efforts. Don’t let a double chin define your appearance and confidence. Contact Essential Dermatology at (508) 545-9713 (Natick office) or (508) 484-8292 (Needham office) and achieve a more contoured profile with Kybella.

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Author of various medical journal articles, Dr. Krathen taught at Stanford University School of Medicine and the VA Hospital in Jamaica Plain.

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