Belkyra ® (Known as KYBELLA ® in the United States) is a new, FDA approved, injectable fat dissolving treatment that can reduce sub-mental (under the chin) fat, eliminating a double chin without surgery. It can be also used to improve the definition of the jawline.
Belkyra ® consists of a synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, which occurs naturally in our bodies. When it is injected into areas requiring treatment, it destroys the membranes of local fat cells, allowing the fat inside to be released. The released fat is then naturally eliminated from the body.
Belkyra ® is licenced for dissolving sub-mental fat and improving the definition of the jawline to produce a more youthful look.
At Richmond Cosmetic Clinic, we aim to keep discomfort to a minimum by using a topical anaesthetic cream and, if required, a local anaesthetic injection prior to the treatment.
DR R Baba will perform the treatment and it will take approximately 15 minutes.
It takes 2- 4 weeks for the fat cells to dissolve and produce the desired effect.
BELKYRA ® or KYBELLA ® is safe in the hands of someone who is experienced in cosmetic injections. However, as with any other cosmetic treatment, complications can occur.
Downtime is minimal. You can return to work and most daily activities immediately after the treatment. We recommend avoiding strenuous exercise for a few days after the treatment as it can increase bruising and prolong localised swelling.
Side effects are relatively minor and easily manageable. The most common side effect of BELKYRA ® is localised swelling near the injection site, which can last for a few days after the treatment. Other potential side effects include; bruising, itchiness, redness, and general discomfort. There is a small possibility of numbness or tenderness around the site of the injection, which has lasted up to two months in some individuals.