Double Chin: Kybella

Side-by-side comparison of a woman's face showing before and after skin treatment, highlighting smoother skin and improved skin tone in the after photo.

Dr. Mraz was an investigator in the research trial for Kybella, which was approved by the FDA in 2016. Kybella is a synthetic formulation of deoxycholic acid, a substance your body naturally produces to dissolve fat. When injected into the skin’s subcutaneous fat it destroys the membranes of the fat cells, permanently destroying them. Most patients need 2-4 treatments that are spaced 4-8 weeks apart.

Treatments are quick and relatively painless. After treatment, patients can experience swelling and or bruising in the area for 3-5 days following each treatment, so appointments should be made at least 2 weeks prior to any special events.