Kybella San Diego | Malone Facial Plastic Surgery

What Does Kybella Do?

Kybella is an FDA approved injectable treatment that was created to destroy fat cells with the purpose to eliminate double chin, also known as submental fullness.

Kybella is a non-surgical injection treatment to improve chin and jawline contour. Following treatment with Kybella, the fat cells in the targeted area are permanently dissolved and can no longer store or accumulate fat. The FDA clinical trials show that the results achieved with Kybella are permanent and will last as long as there are no significant changes to your lifestyle. Therefore, once you reach a desired therapeutic outcome, you should not need further treatments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Benefits of Kybella?

Here are some of the benefits of Kybella treatments, as delivered at Malone Facial Plastic Surgery:

Effective in destroying fat deposits under the chin
Quick procedure, often less than a half an hour
Minimal discomfort
Minimal bruising
Non-invasive and non-surgical
No downtime
Permanent solution to double chin
Slimmer, more contoured look
More youthful appearance

Am I a Candidate for Kybella?

The best candidates for Kybella in San Diego are people who are physically healthy, who are not pregnant or nursing and who are at least 18 years old. Prior to your treatment, it is best to avoid medications and supplements that can increase bruising. We recommend that you avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications such as Motrin and Ibuprofen, aspirin, and Vitamin E supplements for two weeks prior to your treatment.

What are the Risks?

Common side effects of Kybella include swelling, redness, bruising, tenderness, itching, numbness or pain at the injection site.

What is the Recovery Like?

There may be temporary discomfort, itchiness and redness at the injection site. You can use an ice pack over the swollen area. Swelling usually disappears within 48 hours. You should avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol and exposure to the sun for the first 24 hours after your treatment.

What to Expect in a Consultation

During your consultation, Dr. Malone will evaluate you and your desired treatment outcomes. You will review in detail what you can expect from the treatment. Dr. Malone wants you to have the best experience with Kybella San Diego can offer, and will recommend how many treatments you will likely need to achieve your aesthetic goals. Typically, patients undergo 2-4 treatment sessions, which are scheduled about 6-8 week apart. Your final results will be apparent approximately six weeks after your final San Diego Kybella treatment.

Long-lasting results
Minimally Invasive
More youthful appearance
Permanent solution
Quick procedure
Reduces fullness under the chin

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Dr. Malone’s Philosophy

Dr. Malone's approach in La Jolla is all about personalization, tailoring treatments specifically to address your unique concerns and aesthetic goals. Our goal is to bring out a rejuvenated appearance that mirrors the vitality you feel within. Dr. Malone's expertise ensures seamless enhancements, avoiding any unwarranted attention. She achieves the subtle refreshment that helps bring back what a restful night's sleep used to give. Dr. Malone's aesthetic is characterized by its natural, gentle, and harmonious qualities, empowering you to confidently present your best self. Her aspiration is to assist every patient in achieving a naturally balanced aesthetic, ensuring you always project your most confident self.

Dr. Malone holds prestigious Fellow status in The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and The American College of Surgeons. This remarkable honor is granted to a select group of surgeons based on their exceptional training, professional qualifications, surgical competence, and ethical standards.

Committed to perfecting her craft and achieving technical excellence, Dr. Malone successfully completed her fellowship under the mentorship of the esteemed facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Andrew Jacono. Dr. Jacono is celebrated for his groundbreaking work in advancing the deep plane facelift technique, which not only minimizes noticeable scarring but also revitalizes the underlying facial tissues. This innovative approach steers clear of the artificial results commonly linked to traditional facelift methods. Leveraging Dr. Jacono's pioneering technique, Dr. Malone offers her patients remarkably natural and authentic outcomes in facial rejuvenation.

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