How permanent is Kybella, how long does it last if it isn't?

Kybella has an active ingredient called deoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown of dietary fat. When kybella destroys that fat cell, it is gone permanently. While each person’s results may vary, up to 6 treatments may be administered. Be sure to consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon to decide if kybella is right for you.

Kybella permanently reduces fat in the area (s) that is injected. Patients appreciate minimal downtime and ease of injection that this product allows.  A series of approximately 2-3 treatments are typically required for optimal results.  Kybella is indicated for treatment of fat to the submental region however we are also seeing successful treatment to preaxillary (‘bra fat”) region, knees, and below the buttocks.

Thank you for your question!  Kybella is made of deoxycholic acid and works by dissolving fat cells after a series of 2-4 treatments. The acid in the injection ruptures the fat cell and the fat is gradually carried away and cleared by your lymphatic system over a period of several months. The amount of fat cells destroyed varies by person but is generally considered to be permanent. However, it is important that patients maintain a healthy lifestyle and stable weight.  If one were to significant weight after having a series of Kybella injections, other preexisting fat cells could potentially enlarge. This is not a failure of Kybella, but a normal way the body makes fat in response to weight gain.