Fat dissolving injections are amazing substances that operate to break down the membranes of fat cells beneath the skin that are normally resistant to exercise. When the fat cells’ membranes are disrupted, they become unstable, break down, and are drained out through the lymphatic system. As part of a healthy lifestyle, this treatment can be permanent. Fat-dissolving injections are commonly used to treat submental fat (double chin) or fat around the jawline and jowls, and can help shape the face dramatically.
Is chin fat dissolving painful?
Because this is an injectable treatment, some moderate discomfort may occur during treatment application. If necessary, a numbing cream would be used to help with pain control.
Are there any negative effects to chin fat dissolvers?
Because fat dissolving injections cause an inflammatory response, you may experience swelling for up to 5 days after therapy. This is usually minor and can be managed with the use of cool pads. Anti-inflammatory medications should not be used to treat any side effects because this would be counterproductive to the treatment.
There may be some temporary reddening or itching of the skin, but this is typical and will go away in a few days.
What kind of results might I expect?
It will take approximately 2-3 weeks before you notice a reduction in fatty deposits around the chin and jawline, giving your face a leaner and less unsteady appearance and assisting in the elimination of double chins. You will notice the effects within 2-3 weeks for larger regions, but it may take up to 8 weeks for the final result to appear.
How many sessions do I require?
Typically, 1-3 treatments are required to obtain your desired result; however, this would be discussed in detail during your pre-treatment consultation, along with your expectations. The patient satisfaction rate for this treatment is very high. Because this is not a weight loss procedure, most practitioners will only treat patients who are within 1 stone of their target body weight and have roughly 3cm of pinchable fat.
Are fat dissolving injections a long-term solution?
The good news is that most people only require a few sessions, and the outcomes are permanent. Once a fat cell is destroyed, it’s gone for good. If there are any leftover fat cells, they can grow in size. As a result, the same fat cells will not return, but if you gain weight, other fat cells may cause a double chin.
Is it safe?
Synthetic deoxycholic acid (which occurs naturally in the body) or liquid lecithin is used in submental fat reduction, often known fat-dissolving injections (derived from soya beans). There are hazards with any skin piercing, but they are relatively low if a certified health expert treats you.