What happens if I gain weight after using ‪Kybella‬ for a double chin?

QuestionsCategory: DermatologyWhat happens if I gain weight after using ‪Kybella‬ for a double chin?
TimothyPK Staff asked 10 years ago

I have a slow metabolism so I’m worried about gaining weight after Kybella. Are there any side effects? – Karen M.

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Arisa Ortiz, MD answered 10 years ago

The effects of deoxycholic acid are permanent. Once the fat cells are destroyed, they do not come back. If you gain weight after receiving deoxycholic acid injections then the fat will be redistributed to other areas. However, this will likely not be clinically apparent since the amount of fat dissolved in the submental area is a small volume compared to areas such as the abdomen or flanks.

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