Kybella Double Chin Treatment | Lumaire Aesthetic Medicine

Q: What is Kybella?

Kybella is an FDA-approved injectable treatment that permanently reduces submental fat, commonly known as a double chin. It works by breaking down targeted fat cells beneath the chin, gradually improving jawline definition and facial profile without surgery. At Lumaire in Portland, Maine, every Kybella treatment is personalized based on your anatomy, facial balance, and long-term aesthetic goals.

Q: Is Kybella permanent?

Yes. Once Kybella destroys treated fat cells, those treated fat cells are permanently eliminated and do not return. While significant weight gain can affect the remaining fat cells, the fat cells eliminated during treatment are permanently removed. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your long-term results.

PHILOSOPHY

The Lumaire Philosophy
Jawline Refinement

We believe thoughtful treatment begins with understanding what's causing the change—not simply treating what you see in the mirror.

Jawline definition is influenced by facial anatomy, genetics, weight distribution, aging, and skin quality. Understanding those factors allows us to recommend whether Kybella® is the right approach—or whether another treatment may better support your goals.

Understanding Before Treatment

Facial balance begins with understanding what's contributing to fullness beneath the chin.

Facial Balance Over Perfection

The goal isn't simply a smaller profile—it's restoring natural jawline definition and facial harmony.

Thoughtful Treatment Planning

Treatment recommendations are based on your anatomy, degree of submental fullness, skin quality, and long-term goals.

Natural-Looking Refinement

Subtle improvements in contour often create the most balanced, confident results.

Long-Term Results

Kybella permanently eliminates treated fat cells, allowing results to develop gradually and endure over time.

Clinical Judgment Over Trends

Every recommendation is based on your anatomy—not what's popular.

Our Philosophy

We believe facial definition isn't about changing who you are—it's about restoring the balance and contours that help you look like yourself.

WHAT PATIENTS NOTICE

When The Jawline No Longer Appears As Defined.

Some patients feel they have always carried fullness beneath the chin, regardless of weight or lifestyle.

Others notice that the jawline appears less defined over time or that fullness beneath the chin becomes more noticeable in photographs, video calls, or profile views.

Even modest fullness in this area can affect the overall balance and definition of the lower face.

During consultation, we evaluate the concerns most important to you and determine whether Kybella® may be appropriate.

Fullness Beneath the Chin (Double Chin)
Loss of Jawline Definition
Persistent Fullness Despite Weight Loss
Genetic Submental Fat
Early Neck Fullness
Facial Profile Concerns
Facial Contour Changes
Desire for Non-Surgical Jawline Refinement

Facial balance is influenced by more than a single feature. Understanding the source of the concern helps guide the most appropriate next step.

TREATMENT AREAS

Where Kybella
Creates Definition

Kybella contains deoxycholic acid, a molecule naturally found within the body that helps break down dietary fat.

When strategically injected beneath the chin, Kybella disrupts targeted fat cells, allowing the body to gradually clear them over time. Once destroyed, these fat cells cannot store or accumulate fat again.

Treatment is designed specifically for submental fullness and is not intended as a weight-loss procedure.

01Fullness Beneath The Chin

05Non-Surgical Treatment

02Jawline Definition

06Long-Term Fat Reduction

03Facial Profile Refinement

07Improved Contour

04Profile Balance

08Long-Term Results

The goal is not dramatic transformation. It is to create greater definition and balance through thoughtful refinement of the area beneath the chin.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

What Your Consultation May Include

Kybella is performed in-office, but recovery is an important part of the process. Most patients require a series of treatments, and temporary swelling is expected as the body begins to clear the treated fat cells.

Consultation & Assessment

Evaluate facial anatomy, skin quality, submental fullness, jawline definition, and treatment goals to determine whether Kybella is appropriate.

Personalized Treatment Plan

Map the treatment area beneath the chin and determine the number of treatments likely needed based on your anatomy and degree of fullness.

Treatment & Recovery

Kybella is carefully injected beneath the chin using a customized treatment pattern. Swelling, tenderness, and firmness are expected as the body gradually clears treated fat cells.

Results Over Time

Jawline definition improves gradually as treated fat cells are permanently eliminated. Most patients achieve optimal improvement through a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart.

Refinement occurs gradually. As fullness decreases, improvements in contour and definition become increasingly apparent over time.

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Common Questions

Common Questions About
Kybella

Here are answers to some of the questions patients ask most often when considering Kybella.

What is Kybella?

Kybella is the only FDA-approved injectable treatment that permanently reduces submental fat, commonly known as a double chin. It works by breaking down targeted fat cells beneath the chin, gradually improving jawline definition and facial profile without surgery. At Lumaire, located in Portland, Maine, every Kybella treatment is personalized based on your anatomy, facial balance, and long-term aesthetic goals.

What causes fullness beneath the chin?

Fullness beneath the chin can develop for several reasons, including genetics, aging, weight fluctuations, and natural fat distribution. Even people at a healthy weight may develop a double chin. During your aesthetic consultation, we'll determine whether the fullness is caused by excess fat, skin laxity, anatomy, or a combination of factors before recommending treatment.

Why do I have fullness beneath my chin if I'm not overweight?

Submental fullness is often genetic and isn't always related to body weight. Many patients maintain a healthy lifestyle yet still notice fullness beneath the chin that softens jawline definition. Kybella is designed to treat localized fat in this area when it is the appropriate cause of the concern.

How does Kybella reduce a double chin?

Kybella contains a synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, a molecule naturally produced by the body to help break down dietary fat. Once injected beneath the chin, Kybella destroys targeted fat cells, which are then gradually cleared by the body over the following weeks. As those fat cells are eliminated, jawline definition gradually improves.

Is Kybella permanent?

Yes. Once Kybella destroys treated fat cells those treated fat cells are permanently eliminated and do not return. While significant weight gain can affect the remaining fat cells, the fat cells eliminated during treatment are permanently removed. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your long-term results.

How many Kybella treatments will I need?

The number of treatments depends on your anatomy, the amount of submental fullness, and your desired outcome. Most patients benefit from a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart. During your consultation at Lumaire in Portland, Maine, we'll create a personalized treatment plan based on your individual needs.

How much swelling should I expect after Kybella?

Swelling is a normal and expected part of Kybella treatment. The amount varies from person to person, but temporary swelling, tenderness, firmness, and numbness are common as the body clears treated fat cells.

Can Kybella tighten loose skin?

Kybella is designed to reduce excess fat beneath the chin, not tighten loose skin. If skin laxity is contributing to your concern, we may recommend a different treatment—or a combination of treatments—to achieve the most balanced, natural-looking result. Recommendations are always based on your anatomy rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

How do I know if Kybella is right for me?

The best way to determine whether Kybella is right for you is through a personalized aesthetic consultation. At Lumaire in Portland, Maine, we evaluate your facial anatomy, jawline definition, skin quality, and the underlying cause of fullness beneath the chin to determine whether Kybella—or another treatment—is the best approach. Our goal is never to recommend a particular procedure—it's to recommend the treatment that best supports your anatomy, goals, and long-term outcomes.

Aesthetic Consultation

Every Recommendation Begins With Understanding.

Your consultation is a chance to discuss what you're noticing, what matters to you, and which aesthetic options—if any—may be appropriate. You do not need to choose a treatment before you arrive.

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KybellaFor a More Defined Jawline. Without Surgery.

The Lumaire Philosophy Jawline Refinement