Is Kybella Permanent? Long-Term Results and Maintenance

Some treatments quietly change the game. Kybella, a nonsurgical injectable that reduces chin fat, is one of them. 

Dr. Sachin M. Shridharani at LUXURGERY was the first plastic surgeon in New York City to inject Kybella after its FDA approval. Since then, he has remained at the forefront, guiding patients and teaching practitioners worldwide how to use it.

How Kybella Works

Kybella takes a scientific approach to something that’s often tough to tackle: the double chin. It’s made from a synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, a substance your body already uses to break down dietary fat. 

Once injected into the area beneath your chin, it begins to destroy fat cells in the targeted zone. Your body gradually processes and eliminates those cells through its natural metabolic pathways. 

While the process isn’t instantaneous, you should start to see visible changes around the three- to four-week mark after your first session. The full effect builds gradually, especially as you move through your treatment plan. Most people need about three to four treatment sessions spaced a month apart to see their best results.

Are Kybella Results Permanent?

Yes, Kybella permanently removes the fat cells it treats. Once they’re destroyed, they won’t regenerate. That said, the story doesn’t end there. 

If your weight changes significantly down the line, fat cells that weren’t treated can still expand, which could affect the outcome. However, if you maintain a stable weight, your results should last for the long haul. 

Maintaining Kybella Results

Here’s how to help your jawline stay defined over time:

• Keep your weight steady: Big fluctuations can cause the remaining fat cells in the area to expand.
• Stick with healthy habits: Regular movement and a balanced diet go a long way in supporting long-term results.
• Stay hydrated: It’s good for your skin, your metabolism, and your overall recovery.
• Pay attention to changes: Aging happens, and it can affect the way your profile looks, even after treatment.
• Don’t rule out future touch-ups: Some patients come back for another round years later to fine-tune their results.

Schedule Your Consultation in NYC

To experience personalized treatment from the first plastic surgeon in Manhattan to offer Kybella, call LUXURGERY at 212-508-0000. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Shridharani today!