Lipolysis
Easily get rid of your double chin
The information on this page is medically approved by
Drs. Dionne Deibel
Drs. Dionne Deibel
What does the treatment involve?
If you want to get rid of your double chin without invasive surgery, lipolysis can offer an alternative to liposuction. Lipolysis is a medical procedure aimed at removing local fat deposits. Treatment consists of injecting deoxycholic acid into the double chin. Deoxycholic acid is an acid that occurs naturally in the human body; it helps dissolve fat in water. Lipolysis not only dissolves fat, it also tightens the skin. Upon injection of deoxycholic acid fat cells break down. This then releases the fat inside the cells, which is subsequently transported via the bloodstream to the liver, where it is fully dissolved. This full process takes two to three weeks.
What does the treatment involve?
If you want to get rid of your double chin without invasive surgery, lipolysis can offer an alternative to liposuction. Lipolysis is a medical procedure aimed at removing local fat deposits. Treatment consists of injecting deoxycholic acid into the double chin. Deoxycholic acid is an acid that occurs naturally in the human body; it helps dissolve fat in water. Lipolysis not only dissolves fat, it also tightens the skin. Upon injection of deoxycholic acid fat cells break down. This then releases the fat inside the cells, which is subsequently transported via the bloodstream to the liver, where it is fully dissolved. This full process takes two to three weeks.
Why lipolysis?
If you want to remove your double chin without going under the knife, lipolysis can be an attractive and affordable solution. The side effects and risks of lipolysis are much smaller than those of liposuction, where heavy swelling, infections and loss of sensation at the treatment area are far more likely to occur. Double chins are usually made up of the kind of fat that is resistant to exercise and healthy diet. They tend to appear as a result of ageing, obesity or genetic disposition.
- An alternative to liposuction
The procedure
Please arrive thirty minutes in advance of your treatment so we can apply a numbing cream. This will make sure that you experience a pain-free lipolysis treatment. Next, we will cleanse the skin and accurately mark the treatment area. We then make a few small injections in the fatty tissue underneath your chin. The injected acid destroys the fat cells in your double chin. This triggers an inflammatory response, permanently eliminating the fat and tightening the skin. The treatment area may become hot and red as a result; this is an absolutely normal, temporary reaction. The area will continue to feel sore for a couple of days.
You may return to your normal activities immediately following your treatment. We do, however, recommend steering clear of strenuous physical activities for the first two days post-treatment. You will likely require two to three treatments to remove a double chin, with a period of eight weeks between treatments. Eighty percent of our patients are satisfied after three treatments. Results will appear over time.
| Preparation: | Please arrive 30 minutes before the treatment |
| Anesthetic: | Yes, cream |
| Duration: | 15 minutes till 30 minutes |
| Pain (0-10): | 4 |
| Safety: | extremely safe |
| Duration of the result: | for a long time |
| Check up: | After 8 weeks |
The area
Tired of that annoying double chin? Do you wish to tighten your jawline? Lipolysis is a fairly uncomplicated and definitive solution. It is important to know that lipolysis is only used to dissolve small, local fat deposits, such as a double chin. If your aim is to lose weight, this is not the correct treatment for you. Dissolving fat in your double chin will help you regain a lean jawline. Once broken down, the fat cells will not return to your chin.
Natural results lipolysis
At The Body Clinic, our highest goal is to deliver natural-looking results. A lipolysis treatment for a double chin will give you that fresh and youthful look you desire, but without changing your natural appearance. During your intake session, you and your doctor will duly go over your wishes. We guarantee a treatment tailored to your specific wishes, while keeping in mind the natural contours and shape of your face.
Before and after
Before and after your treatment
- On the day of your treatment, you should take two paracetamols/Panadol (2x500mg) two hours before your treatment.
- We ask you to arrive thirty minutes in advance of your lipolysis treatment so we can apply the numbing cream.
- To prevent bruising, do not take any dietary supplements, vitamins or fish oil for five days leading up to your treatment. Do not consume any alcohol for 48 hours before your treatment.
- It is recommended you also steer clear of Aspirin, Naproxen and Ibuprofen, as these have a blood-thinning effect. Ask your doctor.
- You can start taking Arnica drops five days before your treatment up until two days after.
- To combat bruising and swelling in the affected areas, we offer immediate cooling at our clinic.
- You should regularly cool the treated areas when you arrive home to speed up your recovery.
- Should you experience after-pains, we recommend taking paracetamol/Panadol.
- You may experience redness and bruising in the treated area for up to seven days.
- Following your treatment, you may immediately return to your regular daily activities.
- We advise you to not engage in strenuous physical activity for two days.
- After seven to ten days, nearly every patient has fully recovered and all the swelling, redness and bruising are gone.
- During the first week after treatment, the treated area may swell and turn red due to the use of deoxycholic acid. This is entirely to be expected.
- After two weeks, you should start to see the first results.
- Your follow-up treatment may be scheduled after approximately eight weeks.
- It takes two to three lipolysis treatments on average to reach the desired effects.
Free intake Lipolysis
During a free, no-obligation intake, you and your attending physician will consider specific facets of treatment, such as side effects, expected results and sustainability. Your hopes and expectations must be clear. Over a thousand satisfied clients have rated the quality of our clinic with an impressive 9 out of 10. After photos are taken, your health has been mapped out and you’ve given the physician your permission for treatment, you may be treated immediately, if you so wish.
Safety Lipolysis
Lipolysis bears the CE certification. That means this product has been found safe and approved for use by the European Union. Problems may arise when this product is injected into tissues other than fatty tissue. Other problems may arise when large quantities of this substance are applied over large areas. For these reasons, we at The Body Clinic choose to solely treat double chins with lipolysis. Furthermore, we carefully mark the double chin prior to the procedure, so only the fatty tissue is treated.
Price Lipolysis
| Treatment Lipolysis | Price |
|---|---|
| Treatment lipolysis double chin | € 495,- |
FAQ Lipolysis
How much does a lipolysis treatment cost?
At The Body Clinic we charge € 495,- for a lipolysis treatment for your chin. This includes our non-binding intake session and the check-up appointment.
Is lipolysis dangerous?
No. When applied by experienced doctors to small areas, made up of fatty tissue, lipolysis is not dangerous.
Is lipolysis covered by my health insurance?
No. Lipolysis is not covered by your health insurance. A double chin is not a medical problem.
Can I do a Botox or filler treatment at the same time as my lipolysis treatment?
Yes. A botox treatment can be done at the same time, but for fillers we recommend two weeks between the lipolysis treatment and filler treatment.
