Fat Dissolving
Some areas of fat are resistant to diet and exercise, even with a healthy lifestyle. Fat dissolving treatments are designed to target and reduce small, stubborn fat pockets to improve contour and definition in specific areas.
At Elevé Esthetics, fat dissolving treatments are performed using injectable treatments such as Kybella®, designed to break down and reduce localized fat deposits over time. This treatment is best for contouring and refining specific areas, not for overall weight loss.
Each treatment plan is customized based on the area treated, your anatomy, and your overall goals.
What Fat Dissolving May Improve
Fat dissolving treatments are used to reduce localized fat deposits and improve contour in specific areas of the face and body.
Fat dissolving may help improve:
Double chin and jawline fullness
Upper neck fullness
Bra fat / underarm area
Abdomen (small stubborn fat pockets)
Flanks / love handles
Lower abdomen
Small areas of stubborn fat resistant to diet and exercise
Treatment recommendations are based on the area treated, fat volume, and realistic outcome expectations.
Fat Dissolving Treatment Options
Kybella®
Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable treatment used to dissolve and reduce fat under the chin and in small areas of localized fat. It works by breaking down fat cells, which are then naturally eliminated by the body over time.
Kybella is commonly used for:
Under the chin (double chin)
Jawline area
Small pockets of body fat in appropriate candidates
Multiple treatments are usually required to achieve optimal results, and treatment plans are customized based on the area treated and your goals.
How Fat Dissolving Works
Fat dissolving injections work by breaking down fat cells in targeted areas. Once the fat cells are broken down and removed by the body, the area appears more contoured and refined over time.
Over time:
- Fat cells are broken down
- The body naturally eliminates the fat
- The area becomes more contoured and defined
- Full results develop gradually over several weeks
- Multiple sessions are usually required for best results
This treatment is designed for precision contouring, not weight loss.
The Elevé Treatment Experience
Consultation
Your provider evaluates the treatment area, skin quality, and fat distribution to determine if fat dissolving is appropriate and how many sessions may be needed.
Treatment
Treatment typically takes 30–45 minutes depending on the area treated.
After Treatment
Swelling, tenderness, redness, and firmness in the treated area are common and temporary. This is a normal part of the treatment process.
Results Timeline
Swelling is common after treatment
Fat reduction develops gradually over 4–8 weeks
Multiple sessions are typically required
Results improve over time with a treatment series
Preparing for Your Treatment
Before Your Treatment
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior
- Avoid blood-thinning supplements for 5 days
- Follow provider-specific instructions
After Your Treatment
- Swelling and tenderness are normal and temporary
- Avoid strenuous activity for 48 hours
- Follow all aftercare instructions
- Attend recommended follow-up treatments
What You Should Know
Is fat dissolving a weight loss treatment?
No. Fat dissolving is designed to treat small, localized fat pockets and improve contour, not for overall weight loss.
How many treatments will I need?
Most patients need a series of treatments depending on the area treated and the amount of fat present.
When will I see results?
Results develop gradually over several weeks as the body breaks down and removes the treated fat cells.
Is there downtime?
Swelling and tenderness are common after treatment and may last several days depending on the area treated.
Are results permanent?
Once fat cells are destroyed, they do not return. However, remaining fat cells can still expand with weight gain, so maintaining a stable weight is important.
Can fat dissolving be combined with other treatments?
Yes. Fat dissolving is often combined with medical weight loss or skin tightening treatments as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
Refine and Contour Stubborn Areas
Fat dissolving treatments are ideal for patients who are close to their goal weight but want to refine specific areas and improve contour.
At Elevé Esthetics, we create personalized treatment plans designed to improve shape, contour, and overall balance.