Kybella in Phoenix and Sun City
KYBELLA® is a prescription medicine used in adults to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin (submental fat), also called “double chin.” It is not known if KYBELLA® is safe and effective for use outside of the submental area and in children less than 18 years of age. See the transformative results from patients who underwent the Kybella procedure at Oculoplastic Eye Surgeons of Phoenix. Dr. Mihora sees patients from Sun City, Surprise, Peoria, Glendale, and throughout the West Valley. Call (623) 522-8687 to schedule an appointment at Oculoplastic Eye Surgeons of Phoenix today!
Kybella Post-op Care
- Place a cold compress or ice pack on the area for 20 minutes and remove the cold
compress or ice pack for 20 minutes. Continue this pattern as needed for 24 hours. - Use Arnica to help decrease bruising, swelling, and discomfort.
- Take (over the counter) acetaminophen if needed to decrease post treatment
discomfort. - Sleep on your back and with head elevated for the next 3-5 days after treatment.
- Drink plenty of water and fluids after treatment.
- Avoid vigorous exercise, sun and heat exposure for 3-5 days after treatment.
- Avoid steroids (prednisone), NSAIDS (Motrin, Aleve, etc), alcohol, caffeine, niacin
supplement, high-sodium foods, high sugar foods, refined carbohydrates, and spicy
foods 24-48 hours after your treatment. - Please report to us immediately if you develop an asymmetric smile or facial muscle
weakness, skin ulceration in the treatment area, difficulty swallowing, or if any existing
symptom worsens. These are very rare. Please communicate with us 623-522-8687.
What to Expect
- You will experience swelling and bruising for 3-5 days post treatment, which will
begin decreasing over a period of a few weeks. Swelling can last 4-6 weeks. - Many patients need 2-3 treatments for desired results, please schedule a followup appointment 4-6 weeks after your first treatment.
- Ice packs may be used to the treated area during the first 12 hours. Ice for 15
minutes every hour. However, icing can be discontinued if uncomfortable. - Do NOT massage the injection site. Swelling, tenderness, bruising, numbness,
and areas of firm nodules may occur and will resolve over time without
intervention. Results are not immediate. Results may be seen as early as 4-6
weeks post-treatment, but full results will not be noticed until 12 weeks posttreatment. Numbness can last up to 12 weeks. - Do not wrap the treated area, and do not take anything to prohibit swelling the
day of the treatment or for the days following treatment. - You may feel a sense of heaviness following the treatment, especially when
laying on your back. This sensation may make you feel short of breath. However,
Kybella® does not compromise your airway. Notify our office if any significant
swelling, bleeding, pain, dusky discoloration, difficulty swallowing or smiling, or if
fever occurs.
Before and After Photos
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