2nd Kybella treatment 2 months ago now my neck looks "bumpy" when I look up. (Photos)

Question

What is it and will it resolve? I had my second kybella treatment 2 months ago. After first had small nodules, these resolved with second treatment but now my neck looks "bumpy" when I look up. Soft and normal at rest. Provider office not sure what this is?

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

That inflammation takes much longer than 2 months to resolve.  The lumps and bumps are part of that healing process.  This will take many months to fully resolve.  You don't need unnecessary, ineffective cosmetic procedures to address these bumps.  Time alone will likely take care of these.  I personally have not been impressed with Kybella.  It is a disappointing, expensive service that takes too long to accomplish.  Lower face neck liposuction is much more effective and with a much faster recovery period.  I think Kybella is a bummer and does not live up to the hype.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear csummerskill,Kybella typically takes 3 to 5 treatments to work. This is why I've stopped carrying Kybella in my office.  I recommend neck liposuction more often then any injectable procedure for the neck now. It provides superior results gives me more control over the area than any injectable. The liposuction can be done under local while awake in the office and recovery is about the same as kybella.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's difficult to tell from your pictures. This needs an in-person evaluation. Kybella is good for dissolving fat under the chin, but a combination approach is needed to get the most improvement with non-invasive options. I recommend Kybella with thermage, ultherapy, exilis. VASER liposuction in combination with ThermiRF and a neck lift is an alternative for contouring the chin and can address skin laxity. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Carmen Kavali, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.We commonly see induration or firm bumps under the skin after kybella treatments.  Massage and time help these to resolve.Best wishes,Dr. Kavali

Tom Tracey Gallaher, MD · Answer

This is not unusual after Kybella injection and usually resolves on its own. Our injectors promote massage to this area, however you should continue follow up with your provider.  Hope it goes soon!

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