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

The criteria for selecting Kybella are the same for all patients regardless of their past surgical history.  Kybella treats contour bulges in the central part of the upper neck (or submental region) that are caused by the build up of subcutaneous fat.  In order for Kybella to be effective, the patient should have good skin tone without significant inelastic or sagging skin.  Kybella would therefore be an appropriate treatment for any patient with good skin tone that has a small pocket of persistent fat following face and neck lift surgery.  Kybella should not be used to treat the other common causes of bulging neck contour, which include prominent submandibular glands, deep (sub-platysmal) fat, and issues with either banding or redundancy of the platysma muscles. You surgeon can perform a quick physical exam to determine whether Kybella is the correct choice for your particular problem. Best wishes.

Absolutely! Having had a previous facelift is not going to affect whether or not you are a good candidate for Kybella. It’s possible that after a facelift procedure, patients will still have some submental fat under their chin, which is exactly what Kybella is indicated for. Kybella is a great way to address these concerns without having to undergo surgery. I suggest scheduling a consultation with a board certified facial plastic surgeon to discuss Kybella and to create a customized treatment plan for you.

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.

I appreciate your question.Yes, you can get Kybella injections if you have previously had facelift surgery.   There is no contraindication. If you have any residual submental fat, Kybella can be used to dissolve it.  Liposuction may also be another option for you.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.Best of luck!Dr Schwartz

There is no contraindication for Kybella if you have a history of a facelift. Kybella is working very well at helping to rid patients of stubborn fat pads in the submental area, without any scars and with a relatively short downtime. Ulthera on the other hand can also help in the appearance of submental fullness if it is due to laxity of skin. I would have a consultation with a trained Kybella injector to be evaluated accurately and make sure that Kybella is the best treatment option for you.

Kybella injections work by using deoxycholic acid to target and destroy submental fat cells in the chin. If you have submental fat under the chin, Kybella may be a good option for you even if you have had a previous facelift. I would recommend visiting a board-certified dermatologist for an expert assessment to see if you are a good candidate for Kybella injections.

Hi, I just added a link that might be helpful...Hi Jthrift, absolutely you can have Kybella injections after a facelift provided you have sufficient fat under the chin, situated above the muscle (Your plastic surgeon will be able to determine if the fat is above the muscle).  Only advanced expert injectors have this product now, so be sure to get your consultation soon.  Good luck!

Facelift surgery is not a contraindication to treatment with Kybella. Certainly residual submental fat can sometimes be left after a facelift or necklift. In addition, submental fat can reaccumulate as time passes after these procedures.  The indication for treatment with Kybella is excess submental fat, ideally allied with good skin elasticity to achieve an optimal result from treatment.  

If there is fat in the submental area, then you can use Kybella to dissolve it.  You may want to discuss with our plastic surgeon if liposuction or Kybella would be best for you.