Kybella: What is it and how does it work?

Kybella is a synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring bile enzyme in the gut.

When injected into subcutaneous fat, it destroys our fat cells leading to cell death and over time, a decrease in fat storage in the targeted area. Once the fat cells are destroyed, the body’s natural immune system works behind the scenes to remove the unwanted fat cells.

Kybella is FDA-approved to treat the “double-chin” but has and can be used to treat other small pockets of unwanted fat on the body.

Treatments are quick (~15-20 minutes) and require no incisions, surgery, or anesthesia.