Kybella
Eliminate stubborn submental fullness — commonly known as a double chin — without surgery at Advanced Skin MedSpa in Fishkill, NY. Kybella is the only FDA-approved injectable treatment that permanently destroys fat cells beneath the chin, creating a sleeker, more defined profile you will love from every angle.
How Kybella Eliminates Double Chin Fat
Kybella's active ingredient is synthetic deoxycholic acid, a molecule that is identical to the bile acid your body naturally produces to break down and absorb dietary fat. When injected into the fat layer beneath your chin, deoxycholic acid disrupts the membrane of fat cells, causing them to rupture and release their contents. Over the following weeks, your body's lymphatic and metabolic systems naturally process and eliminate the destroyed cells.
What makes Kybella truly remarkable is that the fat cells it destroys do not regenerate. Once they are gone, they are gone permanently. This means that once you achieve your desired profile, you should not need further treatment in that area — even if you gain a small amount of weight in the future. The result is a lasting improvement in your chin and jawline contour without a single incision.
The Kybella Treatment Series
Kybella is administered as a series of treatment sessions spaced approximately four to six weeks apart. During each session, your provider at Advanced Skin MedSpa will mark a grid of injection points beneath your chin and deliver multiple small injections across the treatment zone. A typical session involves 20 to 50 injections and takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
Most patients require two to four treatment sessions to reach their optimal result, though some may need up to six sessions depending on the amount of submental fat present. You will begin to notice visible improvement after the second or third session as your body processes the disrupted fat cells. During your initial consultation at our Fishkill office, we will evaluate the volume of fat beneath your chin, assess your skin elasticity, and estimate the number of sessions needed to achieve the profile you envision.
What to Expect: Downtime and Recovery
Kybella involves more downtime than most injectable treatments, and it is important to have realistic expectations. Swelling beneath the chin is the most common side effect and is actually a sign that the product is working — the inflammatory response is part of the fat-elimination process. Swelling is typically most pronounced for the first 48 to 72 hours and can last up to two weeks, though it progressively diminishes.
You may also experience temporary numbness, firmness, bruising, or tenderness in the treated area. These effects resolve on their own as healing progresses. Most of our Hudson Valley patients find that the swelling is easily concealed with a scarf or turtleneck and that they can return to work within a day or two. We recommend scheduling your sessions with social events in mind, allowing at least one week before any important occasions.
Is Kybella Right for You?
The ideal Kybella candidate has moderate to severe submental fullness that persists despite a healthy weight and lifestyle. If you have been frustrated by a double chin that does not respond to diet or exercise, Kybella may be the perfect non-surgical solution. It works best for patients with good skin elasticity, as the skin needs to contract and tighten around the newly reduced fat layer.
Kybella is not recommended for individuals who have had previous surgery in the chin or neck area, those with difficulty swallowing, or those with infections in the treatment zone. Patients with excessive skin laxity beneath the chin may benefit more from a surgical approach or a combination of treatments. A thorough evaluation at Advanced Skin MedSpa will determine whether Kybella alone will deliver your desired outcome, or whether combining it with skin-tightening treatments would serve you better.
Why Choose Kybella at Advanced Skin MedSpa
Permanent Fat Destruction
Kybella permanently eliminates fat cells beneath the chin — once your desired contour is achieved, the results are lasting.
FDA-Approved Treatment
Kybella is the first and only FDA-approved injectable for reducing submental fullness, backed by extensive clinical trials.
Non-Surgical Alternative
Achieve a slimmer chin profile without anesthesia, incisions, or the lengthy recovery associated with liposuction.
Quick In-Office Sessions
Each treatment session takes just 15 to 20 minutes, fitting easily into your schedule at our Fishkill practice.
Improved Profile and Confidence
A more defined jawline and chin contour can dramatically enhance your profile, boosting confidence in photos and daily life.
Customized Treatment Plan
The number of sessions and injection pattern are tailored to your unique anatomy and the amount of submental fat present.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most patients achieve their desired result in two to four sessions, though up to six sessions may be recommended for significant submental fullness. Sessions are spaced four to six weeks apart. During your consultation at Advanced Skin MedSpa, we will assess your chin area and provide an estimated treatment plan.
You will feel a series of small injections, and most patients experience a stinging or burning sensation that subsides within 10 to 15 minutes. We apply ice before and after treatment to maximize comfort. The injection process itself is brief, and any discomfort is temporary.
Visible improvement typically begins after the second treatment session, though some patients notice changes after the first. Because the body needs time to process and eliminate the destroyed fat cells, optimal results develop gradually over several weeks following each session. Final results are usually apparent about four to six weeks after your last treatment.
Kybella is FDA-approved specifically for the submental (under-chin) area. While there is off-label use in other small fat deposits, Advanced Skin MedSpa follows FDA guidelines and primarily treats submental fullness with this product. We offer other body contouring solutions for different areas of concern.
Yes. The fat cells destroyed by Kybella do not regenerate. Once you reach your desired result, you should not need retreatment. However, significant weight gain can cause remaining fat cells in the area to enlarge. Maintaining a stable weight will help preserve your results long-term.
Book your Kybella consultation online or call us at (845) 223-5900. Advanced Skin MedSpa is located at 17 Old Main St Suite 1, Fishkill, NY 12524, serving the Hudson Valley community.