The fat which is accumulated on saddlebags, abdomen, arms or double chin, tends to characteristically resists despite the painful efforts of proper diet, physical exercise and healthy life style.

The solution to this problem seems to be the injected lipolysis with solutions of phosphatidylcholine and deoxycholic acid or pure deoxycholic acid (Kybella – Belkyra).

Deoxycholic acid exists naturally in human body and is produced during digestion. Injection of deoxycholic acid is approved by FDA in 2015, for double chin fat treatment but it can also be applied in other parts of the human body.

What can lipolysis offer?

With lipolysis we can have:

• local fat reduction
• cellulite improvement
• skin tightening

In which body regions can lipolysis be applied?

It can be used in abdomen, thighs, knees, gluteal region, arms, and double chin.

How is the therapy accomplished?

After carefully examining the anatomy and the special traits of the under treatment area, the injection is done in the appointed skin area, through a very fine needle to minimize irritation.

What is the downtime duration?

After treatment, swelling appears on the area. You should be complacent as this reaction is normal and it gradually subsides as the fat is absorbed. Additionally, bruises may appear and mild pain, which are both reduced in the following days.

How many sessions are required?

The number depends on the area and the extent of the problem. A usual number is 4 to 8 sessions.

We should keep in mind that at the same time we ought to follow a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.