How common is beard hair loss after Kybella? Any preventive measures?

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To doctors who've performed Kybella on men: how common is beard hair loss? Anything one can do to prevent it? Would shaving before hand prevent it?

Sabrina Fabi, MD · Answer

Beard loss may occur in some men who receive Kybella injections to melt away submental fat. The mechanism for this is unclear. While it doesn't occur in all or even most cases, it is wise to prepare for such an occurrence. I have personally injected many men, both in the trial and in clinical practice and have not seen this rare side effect.  Your idea of shaving beforehand may make you feel more in control of the situation, as the hair loss would be less obvious. From all accounts, it does appear that the hair will grow back on its own within four to six months. Please consult a board-certified dermatologist about how to get the sleek chin you want with Kybella.

David Gilpin, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question!  Kybella works by desolving the fat which lies just below the skin, under the chin and jaw line.  This will help to remove fullness and can even tighten the jawline, as well. In my male patients treated with Kybella, I have not seen any hair loss.  However, there have been some reported cases of this.  Be sure to discuss this with your board certified injector, and he/she will explain the risks and benefits of Kybella.  I hope that this helps!-David Gilpin

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Beard hair loss was not listed as one of the most seen complications or side effects of Kybella but with enough irritation to the hair follicles some hair loss may be possible.  Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Most of the time the hair comes back but I have had 5 patients where it has not.  Its not common but will happen if you get very inflammed from the treatment.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! Temporary hair loss in potential side effect of Kybella, and hair is usually expected to grow back after few months. The hair loss is experienced among less than 2% of patients and it will not be noticeable if you continue to shave your face. The hair will eventually grow back if you desire to grow your beard out. Best of luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Temporary hair loss in potential side effect of Kybella, and hair is usually expected to grow back after few months. The hair loss is experienced among less than 2% of patients and it will not be noticeable if you continue to shave your face. The hair will eventually grow back if you desire to grow your beard out

Kouros Azar, MD · Answer

Hair loss in the treatment area is a potential side effect of Kybella. It doesn't happen in every patient so impossible to predict your individual reaction. Typically, if it does happen, the hair will fully grow back in 4-6 months. Hope this helps.Kindly,Kouros Azar

Michael T. Somenek, MD · Answer

Facial hair loss in the submental region after Kybella is not common, but it certainly happens. I have had one case of this in my patients and it was self limiting, with the hair growing back in about 4-6 months. We don't have an exact answer as to why this happens.

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question Brokemynose99. Kybella is the first and thus far only FDA approved non-surgical
injectable treatment for the double chin. one of the possible side effects of a Kybella treatment is hair loss. This occurs at or near each injection point, so hair is not lost in the entire area. Also this area is where many bearded men shave anyway, so it is usually not a problem. Shaving before a treatment is a good idea because it will allow for a cleaner surface during the treatment, but it will not likely affect hair loss. The pivotal studies listed adverse reactions that occurred in at least 2% of subjects in the study, and hair loss was not listed as one of these adverse effects. So one can assume that hair loss was seen in less than 2% of subjects. Please consult with a doctor for
specific recommendations.  Good luck!

Tracy Leong, MD · Answer

I have seen this happen in two male patients, so it does not happen very frequently, but is something to be aware about. In both patients, the hair did come back after a few months and was not permanent. Unfortunately, there is nothing to my knowledge that will prevent hair loss from occurring. I hope this answer is helpful! Best of luck.

How common is beard hair loss after Kybella? Any preventive measures?

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