How do Lipolytic Injections Work?

Deoxycholic acid is a natural ingredient in stomach acid and was FDA-approved for use in 2015 as a nonsurgical way to dissolve local excess fat. Gradually, over the course of several weeks, the acid gently breaks down the fat cells and the body flushes them away.

Face:

• Nasolabial folds
• Lower cheeks
• Chin
• Neck

Body

• Abdomen
• Arms
• Flanks
• Bra rolls

Candidate:

Deoxycholic acid treatments are best for patients whose double chin is due to excess fat and who have mild to moderate amounts of excess skin. People with significant excess skin are not appropriate candidates for this procedure.

Session:

3-6 sessions at 1 month gap.

This procedure can be taken in combination with:

• HIFU
• Radio Frequency Therapy

for added effects and simultaneous skin tightening.

Pain level:

Minimal

Downtime:

• Swelling
• Tenderness
• Redness
• Bruise

Potential side effects:

• Asymmetrical fat reduction (can be rectified)
• Allergic reaction