At Beautique Medical Anti-Aging in Knoxville, TN, we understand how difficult it is to feel good in your skin when a caloric deficit is not enough to reduce stubborn fat pockets. That’s why we are proud to offer several fat removal treatments, including KYBELLA in Knoxville, the only FDA-approved injectable fat removal treatment. Today, we’re taking a closer look at this treatment, including who is a good candidate and what results can be expected.
Who Is a Good Candidate for KYBELLA in Knoxville?
To be considered a good candidate for KYBELLA in Knoxville injections, you should be in good overall health. Additionally, ideal candidates for this treatment do not take any medications or supplements that can interfere with the treatment. Furthermore, the best candidates for this treatment are non-smokers. To qualify for this treatment, you must be able to follow all preparation and aftercare guidelines, including not smoking or drinking alcohol. Besides your health, drug regimen, and lifestyle choices, your concerns need to be evaluated before we can confirm that this treatment is right for you. This injectable body contouring treatment is usually used to eliminate excess fat from the chin and neck. However, you also may be considered a good candidate for this treatment if you have submental (chin) fat, mons pubis fat, knee fat, lower abdominal fat, or “bra fat.”
Coolsculpting vs. Kybella in Knoxville?
Coolsculpting in Knoxville is usually the better options for pinchable pockets of fat, as the saying goes, if you can squeeze it, you can freeze it. However, there are times when Kybella has benefits. Kybella may be get results faster, however, there may be less discomfort with Coolsculpting Elite than Kybella in Knoxville. Kybella in Knoxville may also work better on smaller pockets of fat, for example the mons pubis fat. For chin fat (submental), bra fat, abdomen fat, arm fat, and leg fat, for most patients we will recommend Coolsculpting Elite.Kybella in Knoxville: What Preparation Guidelines Will I Need To Follow?
Before you come in for your Kybella in Knoxville injection session, you should use a gentle cleanser to clean the treatment areas. These areas should be free from cosmetics, like lotion and makeup, and you should wear loose, comfortable clothing if you are having your body treated. For instance, if you are targeting your knees and lower back for treatment, you should wear comfortable shorts and a loose shirt. Furthermore, your treatment areas should be free from irritation. Therefore, it is crucial that you protect your skin from sun damage in the weeks leading up to your appointment. Similarly, you should avoid using any cosmetic products that could irritate your skin. It is also important that your blood can clot normally; do not take any anti-coagulants within 24 hours of your appointment. Additionally, you should avoid the consumption of blood-thinners, alcohol, and tobacco products for 24 hours pre-treatment.Kybella in Knoxville; What Aftercare Guidelines Will I Need To Follow?
After your injections have been administered, you should take it easy for a few days. You shouldn’t bend over, lift heavy weights, push or pull anything heavy, or do any cardio so vigorous that it causes sweating. However, walking and other forms of gentle exercise are encouraged. It is also important that you do not consume anything, like cigarettes, alcohol, or excessive amounts of caffeine, that can elevate your blood pressure for 24 hours post-treatment. Another important rule to follow while you are recovering is to sleep on your back if your abdomen, neck, or chin is treated. During the first 24 hours post-treatment, it is critical that you do not apply too much pressure to the injection sites. If you target your back or the backs of your knees for treatment, you should sleep on your stomach. Additionally, you should avoid exposure to excessive heat and refrain from touching the treated areas for 24 hours.
