I received 3 vials of Kybella for my first treatment about two weeks ago and I am still swollen under my jaw.

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I am still not even back to my base line before I received treatment. How long does it take to get back to normal? I am trying to be patient with it but it's hard.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

It can take several weeks for swelling to resolve. If you remain concerned, I recommend following up with your Doctor about your concerns. Kybella takes 1-3 treatments every 6 weeks to get desired results. The benefit of Kybella is each treatment is quick and completed in the office. Most patients need more than one treatment to get desired results. 
Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Swelling can be typical after Kybella and can take several weeks to resolve. Swelling can be improved with venus legacy and lymphatic massage. I recommend following up with your practitioner for after care. It can take 6-8 weeks to start to see results with Kybella. To improve Kybella results, I recommend a combination approach with thermage, ultherapy, exilis. VASER liposuction in combination with ThermiRF is an alternative for contouring the chin, if you're a candidate. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Sachit Shah, MD · Answer

It is very common and I would still expect to see swelling 4-6 weeks after treatment and some numbness.
Best wishes

Sapna A. Patel, MD · Answer

Kybella results in swelling for usually up to 4-5 weeks after the procedure. This is the norm. Typically, the swelling is the worst at the beginning or the first week. THe amount of swelling varies based on how much is used and the location that is injected. Most of my clients when treated under the chin will still be swollen for 3-4 weeks after the procedure but the swelling is most apparent to yourself. Usually week 5-8 after the procedure, the skin will retract and result will become evident.

Nicole Hayre, MD · Answer

It is common for patients to swell several weeks after a Kybella treatment. Swelling is dependent on the dosage of the treatment and the patient’s physiology. Results are noticeable at 4-8 weeks. I would recommend following up with your practitioner 4-6 weeks after your first treatment.

Annika Crosby, MD · Answer

Hello! Swelling is very typical after Kybella and can take several weeks to resolve. We recommend ice and and massaging the area is fine. You should make an appointment with your provider to follow up on the results and remember it can take 6-8 weeks to start to see results with Kybella! Best of luck to you!

Justin Harper, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi sarbear234, Kybella treatment is oftentimes accompanied by substantial swelling. And the more Kybella was injected, the more fat cells are dissolved. This leads to inflammation that can last for weeks. Results may be seen in 25 days but in certain cases become obvious much later than that.All the best, Justin Harper, M.D.

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