Fullness under the chin, sometimes referred to as “double chin,” is a common, yet under-treated, facial aesthetic concern that can impact a broad range of adults, including both women and men. Causes may include:

Aging: it may naturally develop as you age

Genetics: simply said, it may be part of your DNA

Weight changes: it may be a result of gaining weight

Sometimes, no matter how much you diet or exercise, the fullness in this area may not go away, and may make you feel like you look older and heavier than you actually are.

Belkyra (deoxycholic acid) is the first and only injectable treatment in Canada that targets and eliminates fat cells under the chin.

Belkyra is a quick & safe treatment, which can be completed in 15-20 minutes in the doctor’s office.

Belkyra gradually improves your chin profile through a series of treatment sessions customized by your doctor.

How does BELKYRA™ work?

The active ingredient in Belkyra is deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat.

Belkyra targets and eliminates fat cells when injected into the area under your chin. Belkyra gradually improves your chin profile over a number of treatment sessions customized by your doctor. Once your desired results are achieved, re-treatment is not expected.

Belkyra might be right for you if:

You’re bothered by fullness under the chin

Surgery is not an option for you

You eat well and exercised, but fullness under your chin does not go away

How is BELKYRA™ administered?

Belkyra treatment typically takes about 15-20 minute in the clinic. Our injector will administer a series of injections into the area under your chin at each treatment session.

Many patients treated with Belkyra experience visible improvement of their chin profile in 2-4 treatments. Some people require up to 6 treatments in order to achieve results. Once your goals have been met, re-treatment is not expected.

For most patients, downtime is minimal and occurred most commonly after the first treatment session. When scheduling your treatments, keep your social plans and work commitments in mind.

As with other injectable treatments, you may experience side effects with Belkyra. The most common side effects are swelling, bruising, pain and numbness. To avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to our health professionals before your treatment, and raise any questions you might have.

To find out if this treatment is right for you, contact us for a free consultation today.