Skin Concerns
Double Chin Treatment in Brickell, Miami
A double chin is usually a pocket of fat under the chin, loose skin, or both, and it is common at any weight because genetics and anatomy play a large role. Our plan depends on which component dominates: fat responds to injectable or RF fat reduction, laxity to tightening, and overall weight to a medical weight loss program.
- Session time: 15–20 min Kybella; 45–60 min Quantum RF
- Downtime: 2 days to 2 weeks, by treatment
- Sessions typically needed: Kybella 2–4 (up to 6); Quantum RF often 1
$50 deposit, applied to your treatment
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- Licensed medical providers
- Medical director oversight
- Consultation before every treatment
The Concern
Understanding double chin
- Fat (submental fullness): genetic predisposition, weight gain, age-related fat redistribution.
- Skin laxity: collagen loss, sun damage, rapid weight loss.
- Structure: a recessed chin or short jaw can exaggerate the appearance (filler or surgical referral discussed).
- Posture: "tech neck" and head-forward posture accentuate it.
Treatment Options
How we treat it
1. Kybella (deoxycholic acid)
- What it does for this concern
- FDA-approved injectable that breaks down fat cells under the chin; treated cells are not expected to return, though weight changes can affect the area. Typically 2–4 sessions (up to 6) spaced 4–6 weeks apart; expect noticeable swelling for several days to 2 weeks, numbness and possible bruising. Suits isolated fat with good skin tone.
2. Quantum RF (InMode)
- What it does for this concern
- Minimally invasive RF tightens skin and reduces stubborn fat in one session, with little to no downtime.
3. Morpheus8
- What it does for this concern
- RF microneedling with deeper body-level settings for under-chin tightening and mild fat remodeling; 2–3 sessions; 2–5 days downtime.
4. Medical weight loss
- What it does for this concern
- Provider-supervised program (which may include prescription options when appropriate, prescribed by a licensed provider after consultation) for patients whose submental fullness tracks with overall weight; local treatments are sequenced after weight stabilizes.
5. PDO threads / jawline filler (select cases)
- What it does for this concern
- Threads for mild laxity after fat reduction; chin or jawline filler to improve profile when structure is the issue.
Your Visit
What to expect
Consultation pinches and photographs the area to separate fat from skin, checks thyroid/medical history and swallowing concerns, and sets the sequence. Kybella visits take 15–20 minutes with numbing; Quantum RF 45–60 minutes with local anesthesia.
Aftercare
Aftercare basics
Ice and sleep elevated; expect and plan for swelling (a scarf or collar is a common Brickell strategy for the week after Kybella); no strenuous exercise for 48–72 hours; compression garment if provided; report difficulty swallowing or an uneven smile promptly.
Results
Results timeline
Kybella: visible change 4–6 weeks after each session, building across the series. Quantum RF: roughly 30-40% improvement after one session, continuing to refine for about 6 months. Morpheus8: 6 weeks to 3 months. Individual results vary.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Pricing: Pricing confirmed at consultation
Kybella is injectable fat reduction over several sessions with notable swelling; Quantum RF is usually a single minimally invasive session addressing fat and laxity together. The consultation decides based on how much fat versus loose skin you have.
Treated fat cells are not expected to return, but significant weight gain can enlarge remaining cells, so weight stability matters.
Most patients need 2–4, some up to 6, spaced about 4–6 weeks apart. Individual results vary.
Kybella causes swelling for several days up to two weeks; Quantum RF little to none; Morpheus8 2–5 days. Many patients plan treatments before a quieter week.
Often yes; we typically treat the under-chin once weight has been stable for a few months, then address any remaining fat or laxity.
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