If you’re considering Kybella to reduce a stubborn double chin, you may be wondering how long it takes to see results. While Kybella is a powerful, FDA-approved injectable that permanently kills fat cells under the chin, the transformation doesn’t happen overnight. Understanding the results timeline can help you set realistic expectations and enjoy the process as your jawline becomes more defined.
Picasso Medical Aesthetic has been a trusted leader in the Los Angeles County community for over 20 years, offering personalized care and a wide range of advanced cosmetic treatments. Guided by Dr. Sylvia Garcia, their experienced team provides exceptional service in a relaxing, patient-centered environment, making it an ideal place to achieve a slimmer, more sculpted profile.
Week 1: Swelling Is Normal
Immediately after your first session, swelling, tenderness, and fullness under the chin are completely normal. This means the deoxycholic acid is working to break down fat cells. Most people experience the most swelling within the first 72 hours, and it typically improves over the next week. Although the area may look fuller at first, this temporary change is part of the healing process.
Weeks 2-4: Early Changes Begin
As your body removes the treated fat cells, the area gradually feels firmer and less puffy. Some patients notice slight contour changes at this stage, but visible results are usually subtle. This is a good time to evaluate how your body responds and, if needed, prepare for your next session.
Weeks 6-8: Noticeable Definition Appears
Around the six-week mark, most patients begin seeing clear improvements. The chin area looks slimmer, the jawline more sculpted, and the overall profile more defined. If additional fat reduction is desired, this is when to schedule your next treatment.
3-6 Months: Final Results Take Shape
Kybella results continue to refine for several months as your body metabolizes the treated fat. By three to six months after your final session, you’ll see your full transformation. Because Kybella permanently eliminates fat cells, results are long-lasting as long as you maintain a stable weight.
Ready for a Slim Neck and Defined Jawline in Whittier, CA?
For many people, the double chin noticeably reduces after the second session and may be fully resolved by the third or fourth. Your exact timeline depends on the amount of submental fullness and your body’s healing process, but the result is a slimmer, more confident profile worth the wait.
Thinking about starting Kybella? Call us at 562-945-1830 to schedule a consultation.