What are the long term effects of Kybella? (photo)

Because the deoxycholic acid in Kybella both dissolves fat and creates inflammation in the process, we have found that inflammation to thicken up collagen production as well under the chin, so sagging skin may not be a problem once your double chin is gone. Also, Kybella is administered in several sessions, which gives the skin time to adjust and retract. However, if your skin is already sagging, you may need Ultherapy in addition to Kybella to tighten the skin. Please see a board-certified dermatologist.

Sagging skin is definitely a concern and one reason to consider a different approach to addressing your neck. In people with alot of skin laxity, Kybella's reduction in the "double chin" can actually worsen banding or cords in the neck area. An experienced physician injector should be able to evaluate you and let you know whether or not you are a good candidate for Kybella injections. If you are not a candidate there exists a handful of other options to address the double chin. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

The long-term effect of Kybella use is fat reduction. That is the desired goal, and in properly selected patients the results are excellent. Our neck ages with both excess skin, fat, and muscle. Kybella addresses the fatty portion of that equation, there is some skin tightening that happens with it, but that is not dramatic when compared to surgical options, for instance. Satisfaction completely boils down to patient selection. Make sure you have an injector very familiar with the product and its abilities and outcomes.To ensure you are receiving the highest level of care, seek out a modernly trained, new-school 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.Cameron Chesnut#realself500 Physician

Kybella is safe to use and it is FDA approved. It is injected in your tissue in the chin and neck area, and it works by dissolving fat. Since it is injected in the tissue it can not migrate to your brain, heart or some areas of your face. There are some side effects that can occur after Kybella treatment such as numbness, scabbing, and scarring but those risks are not life-threatening by any means and usually go away within few weeks.

Without assessing you in person, it is impossible to say for certain. My best advice would be for you to schedule an in person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area. However, two factors to consider: 1) Kybella creates inflammation in the treatment area as it dissolves fat which does result in a mild tightening effect. 2) Kybella works over multiple treatments so you have time to decide if the removing fat to sagging skin ratio begins to become less beneficial to you. Hope this helps.Kindly,Kouros Azar

Kybella works extremely well to dissolve the fat in the submental area. This creates improved contouring and definition to the chin. It is ideal for people that have fat with good skin tone. Because it destroys the fat cells, this provides a longer lasting result compared to other treatments. 

Thank you for your question derekwt9. Kybella is a great treatment for the double chin and improving jawline definition. The active ingredient in Kybella (deoxycholic acid) is produced in the liver and used to digest the dietary fat. When injected under the chin it will dissolve the fat and the body eliminates it naturally over time. A common question is if the fat is dissolved, will the overlying skin be saggy or wrinkled. This is a good question. In our experience we have not seen this and we do not see it on before and after pictures. The Kybella injection leads to an inflammatory response in the skin that may stimulate collagen and tighten the overlying skin. That being said, collagen loss and wrinkles occur naturally with age so people see them slowly over time. Please consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Hello Derekwt9,Kybella permanently destroys the fat cells at the treatment site, leaving the patient with results that are permanent (unless there is a big change in your lifestyle and dietary habits that cause the remaining fat cells to expand significantly).While Kybella is a proven solution for melting chin fat and improving facial contours, you will achieve slight skin tightening from Kybella injections, however individuals seeking more dramatic results may be advised to seek other treatment options.Hope this helps! Dr Faraz

Kybella is a fantastic treatment for permanently dissolving the fat under the chin.  It will also tighten up the skin in that same area.  I often combine Kybella with Thermage for the best skin tightening results.  Since this is a permanent procedure I advise you to consult an expert.  Best, Dr. Green

No long term
effects for Kybella.Thank you for your question.
There are no long term effects with Kybella. If you think you have excessively
loose skin than please see a doctor. A doctor will assess your treatment area
and decide if he/she thinks you should have Kybella done in conjunction with
other skin tightening procedures. Kybella will target the fat cells in the chin
area and for most patients, their skin retracts successfully but for patients
that have excessive skin in the area, there are other treatments that can be
done with Kybella. I would suggest, ThermiTight or even Silhouette InstaLift,
which is a new technology that corrects sagging jowls and loose neck skin. Good
Luck!