Can Kybella be injected deep into the submental area to target fat behind the platysma?

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Is Kybella only approved to be injected to the fat that sits on top of the platysma muscle or are there instances where it can even be injected much deeper to target the stubborn fat pockets behind the platysma muscle that can otherwise only be accessed via a neck lift?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Dan8595,
Kybella typically takes 3 to 5 treatments to work. This is why I've stopped carrying Kybella in my office.  I recommend neck liposuction more often then any injectable procedure for the neck now. It provides superior results gives me more control over the area than any injectable.  It also costs about the same as what you paid for your first kybella session. The liposuction can be done under local while awake in the office and recovery is about the same as kybella.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

It is not indicated for deeper fat as it can hurt the nerves and cause nerve weakness for a long time. RegardsDr. J

Anteneh Roba, MD · Answer

FDA approval is for fat reduction above the platysma using Kybella. Using Kybella is a challenge when trying to reduce fat layers above the platysma let alone below.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Kybella is FDA-approved for use on fat under the chin that is above the platysma.  Kybella can be used in an off-label manner to treat other areas though.  Some doctors will use it to treat fat in the jowls.  I have used Kybella to treat fat under the platysma and had good success with this.  Not all physicians will do this however and it would be considered an off-label use.

Dmitriy Schwarzburg, MD · Answer

No, there’s a high risk of damage to surrounding structures. It should only be injected in the preplatysmal fat. Consult with your doctor to know more.

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