An FDA-approved, non-invasive treatment that reduces submental fat beneath the chin, along with other common problem areas like the flanks, underarms, and thighs, without surgery or downtime.
Double Chin
Submental fat, more commonly known as a double chin, isn’t purely a weight issue. Even healthy, fit, and relatively lean individuals can develop one, which means diet and exercise often won’t resolve it. That surprises a lot of patients, who assumed losing weight would be enough to address it on its own.
How It Happens
Understanding
Double Chin
A double chin forms when excess fat collects beneath the chin, often alongside skin laxity that lets the area sag further. Several factors contribute, usually in combination rather than isolation:
- Weight gain — added fat can settle beneath the chin regardless of overall body composition
- Skin laxity — loosening skin over time allows the area to droop
- Genetics — some people are simply predisposed to fat storage in this area
- Natural aging — skin loses elasticity over time, and the chin can begin to look heavier as a result
- Underlying medical conditions — in some cases, a double chin can be a side effect rather than a standalone concern
Because genetics and aging play such a large role, many patients find that posture, diet changes, and neck exercises can improve the appearance somewhat, but rarely resolve it completely. A non-invasive procedure is typically the most effective route to a fully contoured result.
Double Chin Prevention
You can’t fully prevent a double chin, since genetics and skin’s natural loss of elasticity both play a role regardless of your weight. Good posture and a healthy, stable weight can keep the area looking smoother and tighter, but won’t remove fat that’s already there. Think maintenance, not fix.
How We Treat Double Chin
Kybella
An FDA-approved injectable medication that dissolves unwanted fat beneath the chin permanently in a quick, non-surgical procedure.
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