I had WLS and am continuing to lose weight but I still have a double chin. Kybella and Uthera were recommended to me by a physician but I'd like to know if it would be more beneficial to have the Uthera done after the full effects of Kybella have taken shape. My doctor wants to do both in one appointment with the reasoning that it will help with loose skin as I continue to lose weight.
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Thank you for
your question Kiki 2017. Kybella is
the first and thus-far only FDA-approved non-surgical injectable treatment for
the double chin. Indentations can sometimes occur after Cool Sculpting or surgery. These are best treated with some form of skin tightening treatment or other modality...
It is 100% expected for there to be swelling under your chin after Kybella. Everyone swells to different amounts. After Kybella treatment, in addition to the pocket of submental (under the chin) fat, you now have the kybella fluid and swelling from your body's response to it. This is com...
The paralysis should wear off with time as the nerve begins to regain it's function. This should take a few months, but won't be permanent. you can try RF treatments like venus legacy and exilis ultra with steroids and neurontin to speed up the healing. LED may also help. Best, Dr. Emer