Fat Dissolving

Aesthetics

Fat Dissolving

Fat dissolving injections, also known as injection lipolysis, are a non-surgical procedure that reduces fat cells in targeted areas of the body:

How it works

  • A solution containing deoxycholic acid is injected into fat deposits, breaking down fat cells. The body then metabolizes and excretes the broken-down fat cells.

What it's used for

  • Fat dissolving injections are used to reduce small, stubborn pockets of fat that don't respond to diet and exercise. They can be used on areas like the abdomen, arms, buttocks, and thighs.

FDA approval

  • Some fat dissolving injections are FDA-approved, such as Kybella, which is used to treat fat under the chin.

Side effects

  • Common side effects include swelling, pain, numbness, redness, and areas of hardness in the treatment area.

Safety

  • The FDA has received reports of adverse reactions from consumers who used unapproved fat dissolving injections. The FDA warns against unapproved "fat-dissolving" spa treatments.