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Bye, Double Chin

Kybella in Huntington Beach, CA

About Kybella

Kybella is an innovative FDA-approved injectable treatment specifically designed to reduce submental (under-chin) fat, commonly known as a 'double chin.'

 

Using a naturally occurring substance called deoxycholic acid, Kybella targets and destroys fat cells, leading to a more contoured and sculpted jawline.

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Looking for Kybella in Huntington Beach? Shape & Skin Medical is conveniently located off Warner Ave in Huntington Beach California. Schedule a consultation with us for more info and to meet our providers today!

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What to Expect

To help minimize the possibility of side effects, we recommend that you:

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  • Avoid alcohol for 24-48 hours prior to your appointment

  • Avoid shaving or waxing the treated area for a few days prior to your appointment.

  • Avoid products containing retinoids, glycolic acid, or alpha-hydroxy acids for 7 days prior to your appointment.

  • Who is a good candidate for GLP-1?
    Adults who are obese (BMI ≥30) or overweight (BMI ≥27) with weight-related medical problems (ie: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes) to help them lose weight & maintain weight loss long-term. Please Book a Consultation with our provider to see if you are a candidate.
  • How do GLP-1 medications work?
    It works as an appetite suppressant by mimicking the hormone "glucagon-like peptide-1" (GLP-1), which targets areas of the brain that regulate appetite and food intake. It increases fullness, delays gastric emptying, and regulates blood sugar levels.
  • How effective is GLP-1 for weight loss?
    If individuals are safely receiving the medication in a medical weight loss clinic and follow their program's recommendations, we expect an average body weight reduction of 10%-15%. Please note: Individual results may vary and there are no guarantees for effectiveness or success of any medication. For published clinical studies showing efficacy and safety of a type of GLP-1 medication, Semaglutide, please click the following: Friedrichsen M, Breitschaft A, Tadayon S, Wizert A, Skovgaard D. The effect of semaglutide 2.4 mg once weekly on energy intake, appetite, control of eating, and gastric emptying in adults with obesity (2022, Oct). Diabetes Obes Metab. 2021 Mar;23(3):754-762. doi: 10.1111/dom.14280 Garvey, W.T., Batterham, R.L., Bhatta, M. et al. Two-year effects of semaglutide in adults with overweight or obesity: the STEP 5 trial. Nat Med 28, 2083–2091 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-022-02026-4 Wilding JPH, Batterham RL, Calanna S, Davies M, Van Gaal LF, Lingvay I, McGowan BM, Rosenstock J, Tran MTD, Wadden TA, Wharton S, Yokote K, Zeuthen N, Kushner RF; STEP 1 Study Group. Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity (2021, Feb). N Engl J Med. 2021 Mar 18;384(11):989-1002. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa2032183
  • Do you prescribe brand name medications (Wegovy® or Ozempic®)?
    NO. We prescribe compounded glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). We receive all our medications directly from FDA-regulated compounding pharmacies and manufacturing labs that adhere to strict cGMP guidelines and conducts third-party lab testing to ensure our medications are sterile, stable, potent, and safe for use.
  • How is GLP-1 administered and how often do I need it?
    It is a once-weekly injection under the skin (subcutaneous), typically in the stomach. Pain is usually minimal as the injection is quick and shallow. To ensure weight loss success, we have patients come in every week so we can monitor their weight progress, manage any side effects, and administer the medication in-office. We do NOT ship or send patients medication vials to draw and administer the medication at home.
  • Who would NOT be a good candidate for GLP-1?
    It should absolutely not be used in patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma, or have a rare condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2*. *FOR A FULL LIST OF CONTRAINDICATIONS, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR SHAPE & SKIN PROVIDER.
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