BelkyraTM
Fat Reduction (Double Chin)
BelkyraTM is a minimally invasive treatment that uses deoxycholic acid to reduce submental fat (double chin). Clients can achieve their desired profile without traditional surgical procedures.
How It Works
BelkyraTM is a treatment that uses deoxycholic acid to reduce submental fat (double chin).
Deoxycholic acid is a naturally occurring bile acid that helps break down dietary fats in the body. Moreover, this minimally invasive procedure targets and destroys fat cells by breaking down their cell membranes. Your body then metabolizes and naturally eliminates the fat over time, giving you a more contoured and defined profile without surgery or significant downtime.
You usually need multiple sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart to achieve optimal results.
What It Treats
BelkyraTM is an injectable treatment, specifically designed to dissolve stubborn fat deposits, most commonly under the chin (submental fullness or “double chin”).
FAQS
What can I expect during a BelkyraTM session?
During the treatment, the practitioner injects small amounts of deoxycholic acid into the fat layer beneath the skin using very fine needles. The number of injections depends on your individual anatomy and the amount of fat treated.
In fact, the solution destroys fat cells, and your body’s metabolic processes gradually clear them away.
Treatment typically takes about 30 minutes, and some topical or local numbing may also be applied for comfort.
Who is a good candidate for a BelkyraTM treatment?
BelkyraTM treatments are suitable for all skin types.
Ideal candidates are adults with moderate fat deposits under the chin, resistant to diet and exercise, who do not have active skin infections or certain medical conditions. Finally, a consultation will determine suitability.
Are there any side effects associated with BelkyraTM treatments?
Deoxycholic acid is Health Canada approved for reducing submental fullness and considered safe when administered by qualified medical professionals.
Side effects are generally mild and temporary. Typically, swelling, redness, tenderness, and bruising around the injection site are common; however, they usually subside within one to two weeks. In addition, a mild numbness or tingling sensation may occur temporarily.
Less common effects are numbness, firmness, or small lumps under the skin, which typically resolve over time.
How many BelkyraTM sessions are needed for optimal results?
Most patients see gradual improvement starting 4–6 weeks after the first session, with best results after 3-6 treatments.
Moreover, the deoxycholic acid permanently destroys fat cells in the treated area.
However, weight gain can affect untreated areas, so maintaining a stable weight is recommended.
For personalized advice and to see if BelkyraTM is right for you, schedule a consultation with our experienced medical team.
Questions?
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