February 28, 2017
What you need to know:
Many of us are delving into the wide world of
products and procedures to keep us looking our
best. Up next, get rid of the "double chin". . .
What is Kybella:
Kybella is a treatment for the "double chin" that is administered via needle injection to the lower region of the chin (submental region). Kybella
contains the active ingredient Deoxycholic Acid
which is naturally occurring in the body. When
administered, it targets fat cells and destroys
them. When the fat cells are destroyed, they are no longer able to accumulate or store fat, which in turn
gets rid of your double chin. This procedure for the submental area has been FDA approved, but is not yet
approved for other areas on the body.
In order to reach desired effects, multiple rounds of Kybella may need to be administered, based on your
personal goals. Each round of Kybella can only be administered as soon as one month apart.
Who needs it?
Anyone who is struggling with a double chin is a great candidate for . Many people will turn to
liposuction to take care of this problem; however, thanks to Kybella, there is now a less-invasive procedure.
Both men and women of all ages can struggle with having a double chin. If this sounds like you, or
someone you know, read on. . .
Who Administers Kybella?
Because is an injection to your lower chin via needle, it is required to be done by a Registered
Nurse or Doctor. Luckily, we have our very own Registered Nurse on staff, Mrs. Abby Coggins, who is
experienced in administering Kybella and ready to help you with your double chin. The process is the
same as seeing Abby for your regular Botox appointments.
What to expect?
After a consultation with our R.N., Abby, you will then be ready to receive you Kybella injections. Similar
to receiving Botox, you may feel the needle injections. Topical anesthetic may be given to those who
struggle with needle injections; however, many feel the injections under the chin are very similar to Botox,
and extremely bearable.
After your appointment, you are likely to feel a bit of discomfort and swelling in the area. There is also
potential for hematoma (bruising). The discomfort, swelling, and any bruising could last up to a couple of
weeks; however, many do not feel the need to take off work, which makes this a GREAT alternative to
having under-chin liposuction, in which case you would have significant down time.
Weighing the options. . .
Really, what you need to consider here, is the alternative. We are lucky that it only takes a simple injection
(similar to Botox) to start us on our way to shrinking our double chin. Many people have turned to
liposuction procedures to eliminate their double chin. These invasive procedures could potentially involve
anesthesia, scarring from sutures, significant down-time after the surgery, medical bills, potential postsurgical
swelling, and really any dangers that are associated with a surgical procedure. This process has been
simplified by eliminating the surgical procedure entirely, and added a simple 20 minute visit with our
Registered Nurse Abby. Then afterwards, you are back to your regular routine; it's that simple.
Conclusion:
Worried about your double chin? Go in for a consultation, what could it hurt!? At first, because of the
unknown, it seemed a bit scary, but when looking at the alternative and all of the information, the option
really seems to be a good one! If you have any questions or concerns, you are able to discuss them with
Abby in your consultation appointment, weigh your options, and see if you are a good candidate for the
procedure.
Worried about the swelling? Go now, in the winter-time, so you can bundle up with a scarf or high-neck
shirt, head off to work, and no one will ever know!