Kybella for cleft chin?

Question

I have a very prominent cleft chin - pretty much looks like a bum in my face. I have always hated it, especially being female. I had a consultation once with a doctor and he said an implant would be the only option but that I would probably hate the result. I feel like the cleft has become more prominent with age and weight gain and it seems like there is quite a bit of fat in my chin around the cleft. Would kybella injections in my chin help reduce the fat and make the cleft less prominent?

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable treatment used to reduce moderate to severe fat beneath the chin (submental fat), commonly known as a double chin. While Kybella can target localized fat deposits, it may not specifically address the prominence of a cleft chin, which is related to the underlying structure of the jaw and soft tissues.

The effectiveness of Kybella injections depends on individual factors such as the amount of fat in the area and the underlying bone and muscle structure.

I would suggest you to get a second opinion with a board certified plastic surgeon. They may suggest alternatives or a combination of procedures tailored to your needs, such as liposuction, dermal fillers, or surgical interventions like genioplasty (chin surgery), to achieve the desired result.

Best of luck !

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