How long should I ice after receiving a Kybella treatment?

Use of ice after Kybella injection is for minimizing the bruising and helps the burning discomfort associated after the injection process. I usually tell my patients to pre ice the area to decrease the discomfort from the injection and once the treatment is done, I give them ice pack for additional 15-20 minutes to apply to the treated area. Ice is mostly used here for bruising and discomfort. It will not help minimize the post procedure swelling as it's caused by the destruction of fat cells under the chin area. I encourage my patients to ice if this helps them, but majority of my patients feel numbness sensation and don't find the need to use ice. I provide a neck wrap to wear at night, as it elevates the swelling tissue and helps to decrease the recovery time.  Hope this helps and good luck. Please don't forget to share your story and results with the community to show how great Kybella is. Best, Dr.Avaliani

Hi!  you can ice for about 2-3 days after the procedure for about 15-20 min intervals as tolerated. It can take up to a full 4 weeks to see the complete results. You may experience some swelling, bruising , minor pain and or stinging , this is normal and the injections taking effect. If you feel unsure or have any further questions or concerns I would follow up directly with your injector.

With your best look in mind
Dr. Elyse S. Rafal 

Immediately following the procedure, ice should be applied to the area & may be applied as needed to reduce swelling for the first 24-36 hours. You will note some redness, stinging & burning 15 minutes to 2 hours after the treatment, and later, swelling and bruising which peaks between 6-72 hours. Should any redness or a small lump be experienced, use warm compresses  several times a day. You may experience post- inflammatory nodules. These indicate ongoing fat necrosis (a good thing..) these disappear within 30 days. Contact the provider who treated you if you have any concerns. Hope this helps!

My best, 
Anil Rajani, MD