Treating a double chin with the fat-dissolving injection in Wolfsburg
A double chin (submental fat) is often stubborn – even at a normal body weight. In Wolfsburg, physician Rafee El Kaddour treats small, clearly defined fat deposits under the chin with the fat-dissolving injection (injection lipolysis) and advises you honestly beforehand whether the method suits you.
How does the fat-dissolving injection work on a double chin?
An active solution is injected into the fat beneath the chin to dissolve the fat cells in this small area. The body then breaks the material down over weeks. Marked swelling afterwards is normal and part of how it works.
The double chin is the best-suited zone for the fat-dissolving injection because the fat deposit is clearly defined and easy to reach. A normal body weight is a prerequisite – the method is not a weight-loss tool and does not replace liposuction.
Usually two to four sessions a few weeks apart are needed. The result builds up step by step; each session is followed by a phase of swelling and pressure.
An important distinction: if the issue is loose skin rather than a fat deposit, the injection is not the right approach. We assess this honestly in the consultation.
How the treatment works
- 01Free introductory appointment and honest suitability check (fat vs. skin laxity)
- 02Marking of the area beneath the chin
- 03Several fine injections into the fat deposit
- 04Duration: about 15–20 minutes per session
Results & longevity
After treatment, marked swelling under the chin is normal and can last a few days. First changes appear after a few weeks, and the result builds over several sessions. Results vary individually and are not comparable to liposuction.
Results are individual and can vary depending on your starting point, muscle activity and dosing. You will receive a realistic assessment for your situation in a personal consultation.
Risks & side effects
Risks & side effects
- Common and expected: marked swelling, pressure and tenderness under the chin, often for several days.
- Occasionally: bruising, firmness or itching.
- Rare: infection, contour irregularities, temporary nerve irritation.
- Please contact us with severe swelling, fever, increasing pain or signs of infection.
When should treatment be avoided?
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Excess weight or a wish to lose weight – the fat-dissolving injection is not a weight-loss method and does not replace liposuction
- Acute infection or inflammation in the treatment area; known allergy to components of the active solution
- Bleeding disorders or blood-thinning medication and active autoimmune conditions – we weigh these up individually
- Loose neck and chin skin (e.g. “turkey neck”, platysmal bands) instead of a real, delineable fat deposit – dissolving fat does not tighten and may even make the contour look slacker; tightening procedures then make more sense
Aftercare
- Gentle cooling can ease the swelling under the chin
- Drinking plenty and moving help the body clear the material
- No intense sport or sauna for the first 24–48 hours
- Swelling and a feeling of pressure for several days are normal
Who is it for?
Suitable for a small, clearly defined double chin at a normal body weight with good skin tone. Not suitable for pronounced skin laxity or as a weight-loss method.
Every medical treatment carries risks. This information does not replace a personal medical consultation. The individual medical guidance on suitability, the procedure and possible side effects takes place before the treatment, at your in-person appointment.
Price
from €99
The exact price depends on individual scope and is discussed in the consultation.
View pricingFrequently asked questions
How many sessions do I need for a double chin?
Usually two to four sessions a few weeks apart, depending on the starting point and result.
What does a double-chin treatment cost in Wolfsburg?
Treating the double chin with the fat-dissolving injection starts from €99 per session; usually two to four sessions are needed. The exact price depends on the effort and number of sessions and is set individually under the German medical fee schedule (GOÄ).
Does the fat-dissolving injection on the double chin hurt?
During the injection you may feel pressure or burning; we use fine needles. Afterwards, marked swelling under the chin is normal and part of how it works – it can last a few days.
Are the results on the double chin permanent?
Dissolved fat cells do not regrow. A marked weight gain can still change the result, as remaining fat cells can grow again. There is no guarantee of a particular result.
Is the swelling after treatment strong?
Marked swelling under the chin is normal and part of how it works. It usually subsides over a few days.
Is “Lemon Bottle” approved?
Injection lipolysis is largely off-label; “Lemon Bottle” has no EU approval. We brief you fully beforehand.
Does it replace liposuction?
No. The injection only suits small areas and gives more subtle results than surgical liposuction.
Sources
- Dear-Doctor Letter (Rote-Hand-Brief) on deoxycholic acid (Kybella®), 2019 – note on the risk of necrosis at the injection site in injection lipolysis of the double chin.
- In the EU, the only approved injection-lipolysis product is deoxycholic acid – solely for treating the double chin. Other substances and products (including “Lemon Bottle”) are used without such approval (off-label).
General medical reference information – it does not replace a personal medical consultation.
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The introductory appointment is a no-obligation information meeting and is not a medical consultation or diagnosis; the individual medical guidance takes place before any treatment.