Belkyra™ is an injectable medication approved for the treatment and reduction of excess fat under the chin on the upper neck. It is non-surgical and non-invasive, and consists of a series of injections of deoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring molecule in the body that helps break down fat. When injected into fat cells, it leads to the destruction of fat cells.
You will notice visible improvements to the appearance of your chin profile in two to four treatments, though some patients will require up to six treatments. Once your desired results are achieved, additional treatments will not be needed. Belkyra™ will help:
• Reduce or eliminate “double chin”
• Improve jawline definition
• Those bothered by fullness under the chin
• Improve the appearance of chin profile without surgery
You are a good candidate for Belkyra™ if you:
• Are age 18 years old or older.
• Are in overall good health.
• Are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Have no current infection in the treatment area
• Have not had past surgery on your neck or chin
• Have no difficulty swallowing or bleeding problems
• Want to redefine your neck/jawline
• Have realistic expectations for the treatment and results
Treatment sessions are usually completed in just 15-20 minutes. As with other injectable treatments, you may experience mild to moderate side effects including swelling, bruising, redness, pain, numbness, tingling or itchiness and a sensation of warmth. You may also experience a sensation of hardness across the treatment area or in small areas within the treatment area. Some patients can experience headaches after treatment.