Can you get Kybella injections if you have previously had facelift surgery?

Yes, patients who have previously
had a facelift are still able to get Kybella injections. Ulthera may also be an
option to help firm the submental (under chin) area. Both are great
non-surgical treatments that can be discussed at a consult with a qualified
provider.

Kybella  can be used safely after a prior facelift, necklift, or even submental liposuction procedure. It is important to make sure that your physician is aware of these prior procedures on your neck, which they should be asking  about at length anyway.  Timing after your prior procedure is important, and I would make sure that you wait until your previous procedure is completely healed and settled before considering injections. To ensure you are receiving the highest level of care, seek out a dermatologic surgeon, oculoplastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon who is board certified and fellowship trained in one of these "core four" cosmetic specialties.

If your plastic surgeon agrees that you have healed sufficiently after a face / neck lift, then Kybella can be injected to reduce residual fat deposits in the neck should they persist.  Although most plastic surgeons attempt to address this at the time of a face / neck lift with liposuction, there may be reasons that neck fat reduction is staged and not done, or not done sufficiently during the surgery.Should you consider having another physician treat you with Kybella, you should get your plastic surgeon's approval to make certain there are no reasons to avoid such treatment based on what your surgeon experienced during your surgery and convalescence.The information provided in Dr. Shelton's
answer is for educational purposes only and is not intended
to constitute medical advice. The information provided should
not be relied upon as a substitute for consultations with a qualified
health professional who may be familiar with your individual medical
needs.