KYBELLA IN NEW YORK CITY

Congratulations on your weight loss journey! GLP-1 medications are incredible for systemic, full-body weight reduction. However, the fat pad located just under the chin (submental fat) is often genetically determined and notoriously stubborn. Even when you reach your target weight, this specific pocket of fat can hold on. Kybella is the perfect "finishing touch" to permanently destroy those last stubborn fat cells and reveal the sharp jawline you've worked so hard for.

Kybella is an FDA-approved, non-surgical injectable treatment that permanently dissolves submental fat. It uses synthetic deoxycholic acid—a naturally occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat. When injected by Dr. Claudia Kim, it destroys the fat cells so they can no longer store or accumulate fat.

If you have successfully lost weight using GLP-1's but still have mild to moderate fat under the chin, you are likely an excellent candidate! Good candidates should also have relatively good skin elasticity. Dr. Claudia Kim will evaluate your anatomy during your consultation to ensure Kybella is the right tool for your specific goals.

Because everyone's fat distribution is different, Dr. Claudia Kim will customize a treatment plan for you. Most post-weight loss patients need 2 to 4 sessions, spaced about 4 to 6 weeks apart, to achieve optimal, chiseled results.

Swelling, bruising, and tenderness under the chin are very common and actually indicate that the medication is working to break down the fat cells! You can expect noticeable swelling for the first few days, which gradually subsides over one to two weeks. Most people return to work and light activities within just a few days.

Yes! Once the fat cells are destroyed by Kybella, they are cleared by the body and gone for good. As long as you maintain your new, healthy weight post-GLP-1 treatment, your sharp, contoured jawline will remain.

This is a very common concern after massive weight loss. If your double chin is primarily caused by loose, sagging skin rather than fat, Kybella alone will not tighten the tissue. Instead, Dr. Claudia Kim may recommend a surgical Neck Lift to surgically remove the excess skin, or an advanced skin-tightening treatment like Renuvion or Skin Tyte II to firm up the area and restore a youthful contour.

Absolutely. Rapid weight loss from GLP-1s can sometimes cause the face to lose volume, leading to a hollow or aged appearance (often referred to as "Ozempic face"). We highly recommend combining your Kybella fat-reduction treatments with strategically placed Dermal Fillers in the cheeks, jawline, or mid-face to restore beautiful, youthful volume while we simultaneously slim down your neck!

Yes. Many of our patients choose to undergo Kybella treatments while planning their larger post-weight loss surgeries. Erasing your double chin pairs beautifully with body-transforming procedures like a Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, or full Skin Removal surgery to complete your total body makeover.

Yes. We believe that putting the finishing touches on your weight loss journey should be financially stress-free. New Look New Life offers highly flexible medical financing options through CareCredit®, Alphaeon Credit, Cherry, and PatientFi. Visit our Pricing page to learn how you can easily break your treatment package down into manageable monthly payments.

You’ve done the hard work of losing the weight—now let us help you reveal your true jawline. You can conveniently Book Now directly through our website, or call our welcoming New York concierge team at (212)-830-6830 to schedule your custom facial contouring consultation with Dr. Claudia Kim!