I'm 58 and have a large double chin; not sure how much is fat and how much is skin. I'm also on Synthroid for hypothyroidism. Would I be a candidate for Kybella?
Answer: Kybella Candidate to Treat Double Chin? Thank you for the detailed question and corresponding photos. Kybella can be used in older adults as long as the skin is not too loose. Based on the pictures, you may need some skin tightening as well, so laser assisted liposuction may be a better option. I recommend seeing a board-certified plastic surgeon in-person to discuss your exact concerns and go over your goals to come up with a treatment plan that is right for you. If you are unable to meet in-person, we can arrange a free Skype/FaceTime consultation. For more information, please visit our webpage.
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Answer: Kybella Candidate to Treat Double Chin? Thank you for the detailed question and corresponding photos. Kybella can be used in older adults as long as the skin is not too loose. Based on the pictures, you may need some skin tightening as well, so laser assisted liposuction may be a better option. I recommend seeing a board-certified plastic surgeon in-person to discuss your exact concerns and go over your goals to come up with a treatment plan that is right for you. If you are unable to meet in-person, we can arrange a free Skype/FaceTime consultation. For more information, please visit our webpage.
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December 5, 2017
Answer: Kybella Candidate? Which procedure is best for a patient will depend on that patient’s individual concerns. If they have a lot of excess fat under the chin but good skin quality, liposuction is probably all that’s needed to achieve a more sculpted neckline. If there is significant sagging of the skin and underlying SMAS layer, liposuction won’t help, but a neck or facelift would. If a patient has both sagging skin and excess fat, a face or neck lift plus liposuction can be performed for optimal results. This is why a consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon is so important; the patient needs to be evaluated, their goals discussed, and a custom treatment plan decided upon. I hope this helps.
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December 5, 2017
Answer: Kybella Candidate? Which procedure is best for a patient will depend on that patient’s individual concerns. If they have a lot of excess fat under the chin but good skin quality, liposuction is probably all that’s needed to achieve a more sculpted neckline. If there is significant sagging of the skin and underlying SMAS layer, liposuction won’t help, but a neck or facelift would. If a patient has both sagging skin and excess fat, a face or neck lift plus liposuction can be performed for optimal results. This is why a consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon is so important; the patient needs to be evaluated, their goals discussed, and a custom treatment plan decided upon. I hope this helps.
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December 5, 2017
Answer: Kybella for double chin may require multiple doses Judging from the picture, you would need several sessions of Kybella with several vials each time, and there is a high probability of skin laxity when all is said and done. You would do better with a necklift including liposuction in the neck.
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December 5, 2017
Answer: Kybella for double chin may require multiple doses Judging from the picture, you would need several sessions of Kybella with several vials each time, and there is a high probability of skin laxity when all is said and done. You would do better with a necklift including liposuction in the neck.
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December 3, 2017
Answer: Is Kybella suitable for older adults? At 58 you certainly can be a candidate for Kybella. Looking at your photo it’s hard to determine if you have submental fat or excessive sagging skin plus some fat. I would suggest you see a cosmetic doctor who can determine if you are a good candidate for Kybella.
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December 3, 2017
Answer: Is Kybella suitable for older adults? At 58 you certainly can be a candidate for Kybella. Looking at your photo it’s hard to determine if you have submental fat or excessive sagging skin plus some fat. I would suggest you see a cosmetic doctor who can determine if you are a good candidate for Kybella.
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December 4, 2017
Answer: Kybella for submental fat not skin laxity Age is not the issue with regards to determining whether you are a good candidate for Kybella or not. Kybella is a treatment for submental fat but not skin laxity. So to decide if you are a candidate the physician must first determine if you have skin laxity. If you have good skin quality then you maybe a good candidate for Kybella treatment. Otherwise, a skin tightening procedure/surgery maybe a better option. I recommend you see an experienced aesthetic physician for an in person consultation.
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December 4, 2017
Answer: Kybella for submental fat not skin laxity Age is not the issue with regards to determining whether you are a good candidate for Kybella or not. Kybella is a treatment for submental fat but not skin laxity. So to decide if you are a candidate the physician must first determine if you have skin laxity. If you have good skin quality then you maybe a good candidate for Kybella treatment. Otherwise, a skin tightening procedure/surgery maybe a better option. I recommend you see an experienced aesthetic physician for an in person consultation.
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