Kybella®

Deoxycholic acid is an injectable treatment that has risen in popularity over the years under the name Kybella®. This injectable is used for non-invasive fat reduction under the chin, getting rid of your unwanted double chin without the cutting, scarring, and anesthesia typically associated with traditional plastic surgery. Today, Kybella can be used nearly anywhere on the body.

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What is Kybella?

Deoxycholic acid is an injectable treatment that has risen in popularity over the years under the name Kybella®. This injectable is used for non-invasive fat reduction under the chin, getting rid of your unwanted double chin without the cutting, scarring, and anesthesia typically associated with traditional plastic surgery. While Kybella® is primarily made of deoxycholic acid, it also contains a protein that causes excessive swelling. 

What are the Benefits of

Kybella?

  • Minimally invasive cosmetic treatment
  • No anesthesia, cutting, or scarring
  • Melts away stubborn fat nearly anywhere on the body
  • No downtime or recovery period
  • Potentially permanent results

What Can I Expect During my
Kybella Treatment?

Your deoxycholic acid injections will be performed by Dr. Jennifer Armstrong in our state-of-the-art facility. Before your deoxycholic acid treatment begins, a topical anesthetic may be applied to your treatment area, typically underneath the chin. Once numb, Dr. Armstrong will begin carefully and strategically make a series of deoxycholic acid injections into the fat underneath the chin. The entire treatment process generally takes less than 30 minutes to complete. Dr. Armstrong and her team of medical experts may recommend a series of two to six treatments spaced several weeks apart to achieve your desired results.

What Can I Expect After my
Kybella Treatment?

While deoxycholic acid treatments cause less swelling than Kybella® treatments, swelling, tenderness, and mild bruising around your treated areas are to be expected. Patients typically report returning back to their normal daily activities, including work, immediately following their deoxycholic acid treatments. Because the active properties in deoxycholic acid take time to melt away and eliminate fat from your treated area, it may take up to twelve weeks to see your desired results. Patients generally report seeing the full results of their treatment about three to six months following their final treatment. Once the treated fat cells under the chin have been eliminated, they will never be replaced with new cells. This means the results of your deoxycholic acid treatments have the potential to last a lifetime.

Am I a Good Candidate for Kybella?

If you’re looking for a non-surgical and minimally invasive way to reduce or get rid of your double chin, bra fat, lower belly bulge, or lower knee fat Kybella treatments may be right for you. Ideal candidates for deoxycholic acid are in general good health and have realistic expectations of their results. If you’re unsure whether deoxycholic acid is right for you, we encourage you to come in for a private consultation with Dr. Armstrong. She’ll be happy to sit down with you, listen to your concerns, evaluate your skin, and develop a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your ultimate aesthetic goals.

How Much Do Kybella Treatments Cost?

The cost of your deoxycholic acid treatment will depend on the extent of treatment needed to achieve your desired results. To get a better idea of how much your deoxycholic acid will cost, we encourage you to come in for a private consultation with Dr. Armstrong. For your convenience, we are happy to offer flexible financing options through CareCredit® and special in-house membership programs that allow you to save money on your treatments.

Dr. Jennifer Armstrong and her team of medical professionals are proud to offer a variety of aesthetic services at their office in Orange County, CA. Contact us to schedule your private medical or cosmetic dermatology consultation with Dr. Armstrong today.

  • Downtime: MINIMAL
  • Pain Level: Mild
  • Results Duration: Long-Lasting

Treats:

Submental fat underneath the chin, back (for bra bulges), armpits, lower abdomen, knees

Side Effects:

Mild redness, swelling, and pain immediately after treatment

Location:

Primarily used underneath the chin

Follow Up:

Most patients require 2-6 treatments for optimal results

How Performed:

Medication is injected into the treatment area 

Preparation:

Topical anesthetic available

Procedure Type:

Injectable

Expected Outcome:

Reduction of unwanted fat bulges

Onset:

Results visible in 3-6 months

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    Dr. Jennifer Armstrong looks at the entire person when treating patients in order to help them achieve balance throughout their body.  When our body is in balance, our life is in balance.  At our state-of-the-art facility, we offer alternative, non-invasive treatments for hormone balance, migraines, depression, anxiety, and other health conditions to help patients be their best self.

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    Dr. Jennifer Armstrong looks at the entire person when treating patients in order to help them achieve balance throughout their body.  When our body is in balance, our life is in balance.  At our state-of-the-art facility, we offer alternative, non-invasive treatments for hormone balance, migraines, depression, anxiety, and other health conditions to help patients be their best self.

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    At ArmstrongMD, beauty is never one-size-fits-all. We offer a complete range of injectable and laser devices, as well as medical-grade skincare, to enhance your natural beauty and help you achieve your aesthetic goals with the latest treatments in cosmetic dermatology.

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    Botox Cosmetic • Dermal Fillers • Lasers • Skincare

    At ArmstrongMD, beauty is never one-size-fits-all. We offer a complete range of injectable and laser devices, as well as medical-grade skincare, to enhance your natural beauty and help you achieve your aesthetic goals with the latest treatments in cosmetic dermatology.

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    EmSculpt Neo • Brazilian Butt Lift • Hair Restoration

    Dr. Armstrong is a trained aesthetic medicine specialist and surgeon who performs all types of body contouring and sculpting treatments, including the non-surgical Brazilian butt lift, deoxycholic acid fat loss, and EMSCULPT NEO muscle-building and fat-reduction treatments.

    BODY

    EmSculpt Neo • Brazilian Butt Lift • Hair Restoration

    Dr. Armstrong is a trained aesthetic medicine specialist and surgeon who performs all types of body contouring and sculpting treatments, including the non-surgical Brazilian butt lift, deoxycholic acid fat loss, and EMSCULPT NEO muscle-building and fat-reduction treatments.

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