Some people report a temporary stinging or burning sensation as Kybella is injected, along with the typical sensation of a needle prick. However, these effects typically do not last very long, and topical anesthetic may be used to help make you as comfortable as possible during your Kybella treatment.

How Long Until I See Results?

Kybella works by breaking down submental fat cells with deoxycholic acid. Once they have been destroyed, the body can take 4-6 weeks to flush them out via the lymphatic system. After that amount of time, you will begin seeing a more sculpted and firm neck profile.

Can I Combine Kybella with Other Procedures?

Yes. Our practitioners at Facial Aesthetic Concepts in San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, or Rancho Santa Margarita (Orange County), CA, can perform a wide range of restorative treatments and surgical procedures to help you achieve a more youthful appearance and improved confidence. During your private consultation, speak with our team about additional aesthetic solutions.

What Are the Risks Associated with Kybella?

Most people experience very mild side effects, if any at all. The most common side effects include: Swelling Bruising Redness Pain Numbness Hardness These tend to resolve quickly, sometimes within the same day as treatment. If they last more than a few days, let us know. Kybella’s more serious side effects include trouble swallowing and nerve injury in the jaw that can cause an uneven smile or facial muscle weakness. These are not all of Kybella’s possible side effects. To learn more about Kybella’s side effects, contact our office.

Kybella

In Orange County

Introduction

Introduction to Kybella

Kybella is the first and only FDA-approved injectable treatment that improves the appearance of excess submental fat or a “double chin.” Kybella uses deoxycholic acid – a substance that is naturally occurring in the body – to destroy fat cells. Once those fat cells are destroyed, they are unable to store or accumulate fat. Request a complimentary consultation at Facial Aesthetic Concepts in San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, or Rancho Santa Margarita (Orange County), CA, to learn more about Kybella and how it can help you achieve your desired slim, streamlined profile.

What is Kybella?

Before Kybella, patients had few options for refining the profile and slimming the submental region other than invasive surgery. Today, patients all over the globe enjoy outstanding contouring outcomes with a simple injectable treatment that takes just minutes to complete. Kybella is formulated with deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring molecule that promotes the absorption of dietary fat. Used as a cosmetic tool, Kybella destroys stubborn fat cells under the chin that don’t respond to dieting and exercise. Once the body flushes out the fat cells as waste, they cannot accumulate again, resulting in long-lasting and sustainable results.

What Are the Benefits of Kybella?

Kybella is a popular and sought-after treatment for patients who desire a more attractive sculpted profile but who do not wish to undergo a surgical procedure that comes with greater risks, costs, and recovery time. Benefits include:

Non-surgical and non-invasive
Safe, effective, and FDA-approved
Reduces submental fullness
Creates a more youthful, pleasing appearance
Cost-effective
Little to no downtime
Long-lasting changes
Brief treatment time

Who Are the Best Candidates for Kybella?

Kybella is an excellent option for patients who cannot contour the region beneath the chin using conventional strategies, such as following a strict diet or visiting the gym regularly. Patients with a double chin due to genetics or the aging process can find significant relief with Kybella injections, provided they are healthy and have realistic expectations for their results.

Kybella first step

What’s the First Step?

Prior to undergoing Kybella injections, you will be evaluated during a private consultation at Facial Aesthetic Concepts in San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, or Rancho Santa Margarita (Orange County), CA. You must discuss all your concerns with your provider so they can create the most appropriate treatment plan for you. Be open about your medical history and disclose any cosmetic procedures you have had in the past, especially in the area you want to treat with Kybella. It is not yet clear how Kybella can impact a fetus or infant, so tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or might become pregnant in the near future.

Before Kybella, you will be asked to wash your face carefully to reduce the risk of infection developing. You should not take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for several days before getting Kybella treatment, as this can cause bruising. Schedule treatment around major events, just in case bruising does occur. Contact us online to find out more about how Kybella can help you achieve a slimmer and more defined chin and neckline.

What to Expect on the Day of Kybella Treatment

Before administering Kybella, we will numb the area so that there should be no pain or discomfort during the treatment. Kybella is injected under the chin, in and around the areas of excess fat that you would like to reduce. The injections themselves take only minutes to perform. Many of our patients choose to have treatments over their lunch hour or toward the end of the day, making the session very convenient, even if you have a busy work schedule.

Kybella Recovery

For most patients, downtime is minimal after the initial Kybella appointment. Though it is unlikely that you will experience any serious side effects, the most common are swelling, bruising, pain, numbness, redness, and areas of hardness around the chin. Results vary from patient to patient. However, 79% of people treated with Kybella had improved satisfaction with the appearance of the area beneath their chin (compared with 34% of people treated with a placebo) 12 weeks after their last treatment. After the aesthetic response is achieved, retreatment with Kybella is not expected.

Kybella cost

How Much Does Kybella Cost in Orange County, CA?

The cost of Kybella in San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, and the greater Orange County area can vary depending on the extent of your submental fullness and the recommended number of treatments. After you complete your initial consultation and physical evaluation, our team will provide personalized, transparent pricing.

Why Choose Facial Aesthetic Concepts?

Facial Aesthetic Concepts provides patients in the San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, and Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, areas with outstanding care, seamless results, and access to today’s most cutting-edge aesthetic technologies and solutions. Our state-of-the-art practice was founded in 1980 and is rated in the nation’s top 100 cosmetic providers. We have administered over 16,000 syringes and have an in-depth understanding of how to augment your natural beauty while correcting the imperfections that interfere with your self-confidence. Our team is committed to patient safety and consistently delivers nuanced outcomes that reflect each individual’s unique wishes and goals.

Kybella FAQ’S

Many patients experience visible results in 2 to 4 treatment sessions. However, not all patients are alike. During your free Kybella consultation at Facial Aesthetic Concepts in San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, or Rancho Santa Margarita, an assessment will determine how many sessions you will need. Up to 6 treatment sessions may be administered, spaced no less than one month apart.
Yes. Our practitioners at Facial Aesthetic Concepts in San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, or Rancho Santa Margarita (Orange County), CA, can perform a wide range of restorative treatments and surgical procedures to help you achieve a more youthful appearance and improved confidence. During your private consultation, speak with our team about additional aesthetic solutions.
Most people experience very mild side effects, if any at all. The most common side effects include:
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Redness
- Pain
- Numbness
- Hardness
These tend to resolve quickly, sometimes within the same day as treatment. If they last more than a few days, let us know. Kybella’s more serious side effects include trouble swallowing and nerve injury in the jaw that can cause an uneven smile or facial muscle weakness. These are not all of Kybella’s possible side effects. To learn more about Kybella’s side effects, contact our office.

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