Could Kybella help fat around jowls, or buccal fat removal? (Photo)

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Hello I would like to know what would be the best treatment for fat pads around my jowls They make me look older . Would kybella be the best option or Buccal fat removal

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For these areas, FaceTite can internally tighten the skin in the lower face and neck. After all the skin has been heated and contracted, we shape the neck with liposuction to give definition and remove stubborn pockets of fat. In one quick treatment, we can tighten skin, remove fat, and contour the lower face, jawline, and jowls with only a weekend of downtime.​  Keep in mind that combination approaches will give you a more significant improvement as opposed to a single procedure. I recommend getting a consultation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based upon the 1 posted photo I recommend combination of buccal fat removal with KyBella to peri-oral mounds. Fee in the $8,000 ranges.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Kybella is not FDA improved in these areas and using it inappropriately can cause substantial complications.

If used in the jowls it is high risk for creating facial nerve paralysis. The condition may be temporary but it’s fairly impressive when it happens and the jowls should not be treated with this technique.

Likewise injecting Kybella deep into the cheek trying to reduce the buccal fat pad is inappropriate compared to surgical removal which is the standard of care.

I recommend scheduling in person consultations with local board-certified plastic surgeons to get a better understanding of treatment options.

Overall Kybella is inferior to alternative treatments and is not the best option. Most plastic surgeons do not favor this product.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

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