Kybella

What is Kybella?

Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable that improves the appearance of double chins by destroying fat cells. Kybella is a man-made form of deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring material that helps the body absorb fat. Treatment with Kybella is fast, requires little downtime, and destroys fat cells permanently.
Kybella destroys the membranes of the cells that store fat.  Once these cells are destroyed, they can no longer store fat. The body’s natural healing and elimination processes take over, and in about four to six weeks, your fat deposits are dramatically reduced or eliminated.
 
In clinical trials used by the FDA, even those patients who gained weight after Kybella injectables did not see their fatty areas return.
 
Most people can receive Kybella injections without any problems but talk to your doctor or Kybella consultant, whether you would be a good candidate. Kybella can only be used by adults 18 and over. You do need to follow post-treatment recommendations.

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KYBELLA® is used to permanently diminish small pockets of fat on the body such as a double chin, bra bulges, inner thigh fat, and belly fat.
As explained on the KYBELLA® website, “The active ingredient in KYBELLA® is synthetic deoxycholic acid. Deoxycholic acid is a naturally occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat. When injected into the fat beneath the chin, KYBELLA® destroys fat cells, resulting in a noticeable reduction in fullness under the chin. Once destroyed, these cells can no longer store or accumulate fat, so further treatment is not expected once you reach your desired aesthetic goal.”
Noticeable results are visible in 60-90 days.
“When injected into fat under the chin, KYBELLA® causes the destruction of fat cells. Once destroyed, those cells cannot store or accumulate fat. After reaching your desired aesthetic, further treatment is not expected.”
– KYBELLA® website
“The number of treatments varies from patient to patient. Your healthcare specialist will help determine how many treatment sessions you need based on the amount and distribution of your submental fat and your personal treatment goals. Each KYBELLA® treatment session is given at least 1 month apart, and you should not receive more than 6 treatments. In clinical studies, 59% of patients received 6 treatments.”
– KYBELLA® website
Bruising and swelling is common. Give yourself a minimum of 2 weeks before any events/vacations.
 
“After KYBELLA® treatment, you will likely have some swelling, bruising, or numbness under your chin. Be sure to inform your healthcare professional if you develop an uneven smile, facial muscle weakness, difficulty swallowing or injection site problems such as bruising, hair loss, open sores (ulcers), and damage and tissue cell-death (necrosis) around the injection site. Call your healthcare provider if you develop open sores or drainage from the treatment area.”
– KYBELLA® website

It is common to notice redness, swelling, bruising and soreness immediately after the procedure. However, this shouldn’t prevent you from returning to work after injections. We recommend scheduling injections around your work schedule if you are concerned about the social downtime.

Results commonly become noticeable within one week after treatment and improve with time. When treating skin concerns such as melasma and deep lines and wrinkles, it can take several treatments before noticing results.

Results from treatment are permanent. We recommend diligent lifestyle measures and a Med Spa skin care routine to maintain results.

Topical anesthetic cream is applied to reduce discomfort during the treatment.

The most common side effects include bleeding, bruising, swelling, and redness. These most commonly improve within 1-3 days after treatment.

Makeup may be worn 72 hours after treatment.

We recommend receiving clearance from your OBGYN prior to treatment if pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Tory Smith

Tory joined our team in early 2022 and has quickly become an invaluable addition as our Patient Spa Coordinator. Tory is hardworking with a growing interest in medical aesthetics. True to her SETX roots, Tory loves the ocean and spending her free time at the beach. She enjoys reading, and spending time with family and friends. 

Jordyn Mason

Jordyn attended Southeast Texas Career Institute for her aesthetics training, and has been an esthetician for 6 years. Jordyn was drawn to the industry by a desire to help clients meet their skin care and aesthetic goals. Jordyn enjoys educating clients and has a talent for making people feel comfortable and relaxed, while making sure they get the best results. Born and raised in Lumberton, Jordyn enjoys spending time with her fiancé and son.

Caitlin Paslick

Caitlin has been in the esthetics industry since in 2009. She is a licensed esthetician by the state of Texas. After being in the esthetics industry, her love for medical aesthetics began to grow.
 
Caitlin began to further educate her career in medical aesthetics in 2014 at the Texas Laser Institute in Houston, TX where she became certified in many laser treatments, including Laser Hair Removal.
 
Caitlin has become a Laser Hair Removal Professional since, and specializes in a variety of laser treatments. Making women look and feel beautiful brings her great joy.  

Jessica Plunkett

Jessica Plunkett, FNP-C is a family nurse practitioner certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Jessica began her medical career by obtaining her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Tyler in 2011. After working in the emergency department for three years, Jessica graduated with her Master’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Tyler in 2014.
 
Jessica practiced as a Nurse Practitioner in the emergency department; then, furthered her skill set by training in different areas of aesthetics. Jessica is Certified in Botulinum Toxin-A injectables, Dermal Filler injections, Platelet Rich Plasma, Sclerotherapy, Mesotherapy, and Nu-Mesh lifts.
 
With Jessica’s training and skill set, she is able to deliver superior care to her clients and help them achieve the look they desire. With her eye for detail and passion for aesthetics, Jessica always ensures that her clients are completely satisfied with their results leaving them feeling and looking their best!