I just had Kybella on Wednesday and I have a huge bullfrog double chin. How long will I look like this?

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Is it possible when the fat dissolves and the swelling goes away I will have hanging skin ? Also what if the bullfrog chin actually never goes away?? Help!?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It takes 6-8 weeks for results with Kybella and most people need a series of treatments. The swelling will gradually resolve within that time. Keep in mind, a combination approach is needed to get the most improvement with non-invasive options like Kybella. I recommend Kybella 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

Kevin Haney, MD · Answer

Don't worry, this is completely normal. The swelling will go down after the first week. We always set the expectation of it will get worse before it gets better with Kybella, unfortunately. But it will get better! You shouldn't have an issue with the hanging skin either. I would recommend locating a medspa that uses the Exilis Ultra to pair with the Kybella. Exilis Ultra is a RF skin tightening device that can be used anywhere on the body, especially on the neck. Cold compress the treated Kybella area in the mean time to help with the swelling. Best of luck!- Dr. Haney

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Yes, there is swelling after Kybella which will slowly resolve over the next several weeks. I hope this helps.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Unfortunately most people that were in the clinical study that lead to FDA approval of Kybella required 6 sessions of Kybella at one month intervals.  A full 40% were disappointed with the results of the treatment.  That is a lot of swelling and discomfort in my opinion.  Keep in mind that neck liposuction reliably accomplishes the goal of improving the neck contour with a single minimally invasive procedure that is associated with far less pain and swelling you are experiencing with your Kybella service. Liposuction is also less expensive than the overall cost of getting Kybella.

Leslie Pickens, MD · Answer

Swelling is the expectation after Kybella.  That is how you can be assured it is working to dissolve your fat especially with your initial treatment when you have more fat to dissolve.  The swelling should improve in a couple of weeks.

Jeffrey Claiborne, MD · Answer

What you are experiencing is very typical of Kybella. The postop swelling is the main problem with Kybella. But, over the next few weeks, the swelling subsides and the shape of your neck and chin will improve. Best of luck.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

The swelling after Kybella treatment you are experiencing is normal. The worst swelling is seen the morning after treatment and it improves on its own over the first week. It can take 2 months to see the results of your treatment. As long as you have good skin quality, you should not expect to see much skin laxity after Kybella treatment.

Anteneh Roba, MD · Answer

swelling post Kybella treatment can vary. It’s not unusual to see swelling up to 6 weeks post treatment. Most cases resolve within 7 to 14 days.

Alexander M. Sailon, MD · Answer

Hi there,
Some swelling and bruising after administering Kybella is definitely to be expected! It will subside with time. Cold compresses may help reduce the swelling but first check with your plastic surgeon regarding their protocol. It is difficult to say regarding the loose skin without seeing a picture but presumably your surgeon would not have injected you if you were not a good candidate! Hang in there.

Violetta Mailyan, DO, MS · Answer

Hello,
Don't worry, that significant swelling will decease in a week or so, after you will have more tolerable level of swelling.  Swelling equals fat dying, so be happy about the swelling.  We have seen great results with Kybella and the worse the swelling, patient dependent, the better the outcomes.
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