i'm overweight and trying to fight the "battle of the bulge". I haven't seen my neck in a while

Question

Can a skilled plastics surgeon, use Kybella to give me a head start on my weight loss journey

Sabrina Fabi, MD · Answer

You can absolutely use Kybella as a way of inspiring you to weight loss. Please do note, however, that Kybella itself is not a weight-loss technique. Instead, it is a highly effective series of deoxycholic acid injections that melt away excess fat underneath the chin. You will probably need more than one session, and I typically space out sessions 2-3 months apart.  Please consult a board-certified dermatologist to get the best results with Kybella.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Kybella can reduce fat in one very specific area under the chin. It will not work for weight loss. If the neck has fat beyond where Kybella can be used safely, then an alternative procedure might be better.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This is tough to answer without pictures. For best results with Kybella, I recommend a combination approach with thermage/ultherapy/exilis. VASER liposuction in combination with ThermiRF are best for contouring the chin, if you're a candidate. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Guy Cappuccino, MD · Answer

I use Kybella for my patients with a smaller amount of fat below their chin.  If they have more fat I typically recommend Coolsculpting or liposuction because they tend to be more efficient and cost effective for larger volumes.  All are safe for you however.

Kyle Coleman, MD · Answer

Kybella can be a great option for reducing fat under the chin.  In patients with a small volume of fat and minimal laxity, it is usually the best option.  For patients with a little more fat, coolsculpting may be more cost effective.  In patients with more volume, liposuction is still the best option and if done well should have minimal downtime.  Seek out an expert who performs both non-invasive as well as invasive options to find out which option is best for you.  Best of luck.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Kybella is great injections for melting that fat in the neck area. You will not loose weight in any other areas of your body. Kybella can be a head start, providing you with the confidence to undertake other steps when it comes to your weight loss. Kybella does melt the fat cells in the neck area but it does not fix skin laxity. Make an appointment with an expert for consultations. Good luck!

Kouros Azar, MD · Answer

Kybella is ideally designed for small pockets of fat under the chin. It isn't about weight loss. Also, if you have a large volume of fat, the cost of treating it with Kybella is going to be prohibitive. Liposuction may be a better alternative.

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for
your question uofm. Kybella is
the first and thus-far only FDA-approved non-surgical injectable treatment for
the double chin. It is difficult to make an assessment without photographs. Weight loss will also help improve the appearance of the double chin. But Kybella itself will not lead to weight loss. Please
consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Kybella is great injections for melting that fat in the neck area. You will not loose weight in any other areas of your body. Kybella can be a head start, providing you with the confidence to undertake other steps when it comes to your weight loss. Kybella does melt the fat cells in the neck area but it does not fix skin laxity. Make an appointment with an expert for consultations. Good luck!

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

Kybella will help permanently destroy the fat under the chin.  However, Kybella is not a weight loss device and you will not lose weight in other areas.  Best, Dr. Green

i'm overweight and trying to fight the "battle of the bulge". I haven't seen my neck in a while

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