Physician-Directed Injectable Treatment
Kybella®
Non-Surgical Reduction of Submental Fat
Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable treatment used to reduce localized fat beneath the chin. It is designed for patients with persistent submental fullness that does not respond to diet or exercise.
At Lakewood Med Spa, Kybella treatments are physician-directed and planned conservatively to maintain natural jawline contour.
Schedule a Consultation →If a double chin or fullness under your jawline is bothering you — even at a healthy weight — you're not alone. Submental fat is one of the most stubborn areas on the body, and Kybella is the only FDA-approved injectable that permanently destroys those fat cells.
Mechanism of Action
Deoxycholic Acid-Based Fat Reduction
Kybella contains deoxycholic acid, a molecule naturally found in the body that helps break down and absorb dietary fat.
When injected into submental fat, Kybella disrupts fat cell membranes. The body gradually clears the destroyed fat cells through normal metabolic processes.
Once eliminated, these fat cells do not regenerate.
Treatment Precision
Kybella is injected using a structured grid pattern designed to target submental fat while protecting surrounding structures.
Treatment planning focuses on conservative dosing to improve contour without overcorrection.
This treatment is intended for localized fat reduction, not weight loss.
Submental Fat Reduction
Treatment Area & Candidacy
Kybella is indicated for localized fat beneath the chin that creates a double-chin appearance. Treatment focuses on the area between the underside of the chin and the upper neck, where fat accumulation softens the jawline contour.
This treatment is intended for focal fullness, not generalized weight loss.
Refined jawline contour — the goal of Kybella treatment
Primary Treatment Zone
Area directly beneath the chin
Fat pocket above the upper neck crease
Region that obscures jawline definition
Candidate Considerations
Mild to moderate submental fullness
Stable body weight
Reasonable skin elasticity
Patients with significant loose skin may require additional or alternative treatments for optimal contour.
What to Expect
Treatment Course & Recovery
Kybella is performed as a series of treatments, spaced several weeks apart. Swelling is expected and part of the fat reduction response, typically peaking within the first few days and resolving gradually. Final contour improvement develops over several weeks.
What to Expect
Temporary swelling, firmness, or tenderness beneath the chin
Gradual jawline refinement over several weeks
Resume normal activities unless otherwise directed
Final results visible after completing the full series
Treatment Planning
Planning is based on the degree of submental fullness and skin quality. Plans are finalized during consultation after assessing your anatomy.
Physician-directed dosing per session
Conservative approach to preserve natural contour
Combination options discussed at consultation
Why Lakewood Med Spa
Physician-Directed. Anatomy-Focused. Conservative.
FDA-Approved Treatment
Kybella is the only FDA-approved injectable specifically indicated for submental fat reduction in adults.
Physician-Directed Planning
Every treatment plan is developed by our physician after a full anatomy assessment — not a one-size protocol.
Conservative Dosing Philosophy
We prioritize natural-looking results. Overcorrection is avoided by planning conservatively and reassessing between sessions.
Combination Treatment Options
Kybella can be paired with skin tightening or neuromodulators for patients who want to address both fat and skin laxity together.
Is This Right for You?
- ✓ You have moderate to severe submental fat (double chin)
- ✓ You want permanent fat reduction without surgery
- ✓ You prefer a non-invasive treatment with no general anesthesia
- ✓ You're at a stable weight but can't eliminate under-chin fullness
- ✓ You want a more defined jawline and profile
Frequently Asked Questions
Kybella FAQs
Next Steps
Ready to Refine Your Jawline?
A consultation allows us to assess your anatomy, discuss your goals, and determine whether Kybella is the right treatment for you.
Call us: (214) 247-6793
Before & After Results
Before and after photos shown are representative results achieved with this technology. Individual results vary. Photos are sourced from published clinical literature and manufacturer documentation and are not patients of Lakewood Med Spa.
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