Fat Dissolving

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What It Is

Fat dissolving is an injectable treatment that uses deoxycholic acid, a substance your body produces naturally to break down dietary fat. When injected into targeted areas of stubborn fat, it permanently destroys those fat cells, allowing your body to process and eliminate them over the following weeks.

What It Does

The treatment is most commonly used to reduce submental fullness, the stubborn fat beneath the chin that can blur jawline definition. Results develop gradually over 4 to 6 weeks as your body clears the treated fat cells, revealing a cleaner, more defined profile.

The Approach

Multiple sessions spaced around a month apart are typically needed for optimal results. Dr Etok will assess the volume of fat present, map the treatment area precisely, and recommend the right number of sessions based on your anatomy and goals.

Is Fat Dissolving Right For You?

Fat dissolving works best for clients who are at or near a healthy weight but have a localised pocket of fat that hasn’t responded to diet or exercise. Ideal if submental fullness is affecting your jawline definition and you want a non-surgical solution with permanent results. This is a contouring treatment, not a weight loss solution, so it suits those with realistic expectations and good skin elasticity.

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THE TREATMENT PROCESS

Gradual Contouring Through Targeted Fat Reduction

During each session, Dr Etok injects the solution into the fat layer beneath the chin using a series of small, precise injections mapped to the treatment area. The active ingredient breaks down fat cell membranes on contact, and your body then naturally processes and eliminates the destroyed cells over the following weeks. Each session typically takes around 20 to 30 minutes.

Swelling is expected after treatment and can be quite noticeable for the first few days, gradually subsiding over one to two weeks. Some tenderness, firmness, or mild bruising in the treated area is also normal. Most clients require 2 to 4 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, though results vary depending on the amount of fat present. Once the fat cells are destroyed, they do not regenerate, so results are considered permanent provided your weight remains stable.

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Answers to Common Questions About Your Treatment

Find helpful guidance on what to expect before and after your appointment. These answers are based on real questions from clients just like you.

The treatment uses deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring substance in your body that breaks down fat. When injected into a targeted area, it disrupts the membrane of fat cells, causing them to break down. Your body then processes and eliminates the cellular debris through the lymphatic system over the following weeks.

Most clients need between 2 and 4 sessions to achieve their desired result, though some may need more depending on the volume of fat present. Sessions are spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart to allow your body to process the treated area fully before the next round. Dr Etok will give you a realistic estimate during consultation.

Results develop gradually. You will typically notice the area becoming slimmer from around 4 to 6 weeks after each session as swelling subsides and your body clears the dissolved fat cells. The full effect becomes visible once your treatment course is complete.

Yes. Once the fat cells are destroyed, they cannot regenerate or store fat again. However, significant weight gain could cause remaining fat cells in the surrounding area to enlarge, so maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your results long term.

There is no formal downtime, but the treated area will swell noticeably for the first few days, sometimes for up to two weeks. Mild bruising, tenderness, and firmness in the area are also common. Most clients feel comfortable returning to work and normal activities the day after treatment, though the swelling may be visible.

You may feel a stinging or burning sensation during injection, which is normal and typically short-lived. Dr Etok can apply a topical anaesthetic beforehand to minimise discomfort. After treatment, some aching or tenderness in the area is expected for a few days.

Yes. It pairs well with other contouring and structural treatments. Clients often combine fat dissolving with Aptos threads or Radiesse along the jawline for more comprehensive definition. Dr Etok will recommend the best combination and sequencing during your consultation.

The treatment is most commonly used for submental fat, the area beneath the chin. It can also be applied to other small, localised fat deposits on the body. During consultation, Dr Etok will assess whether the treatment area is suitable and discuss what results you can realistically expect.

Ready to Explore Fat Dissolving?

Book a consultation to discuss whether fat dissolving suits your goals. Dr Etok will assess the treatment area, explain realistic outcomes for jawline contouring, and recommend a treatment plan tailored to your needs.

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