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Dr. Praven Chetty at Cerulean Medical Institute in Kelowna offers Belkyra™, the only non-surgical option available in Canada for reducing fullness under the chin. With Belkyra™, patients can permanently reduce fat cells to get rid of a “double chin” and enhance their profile.
Double Chin Treatment Kelowna
Double chin treatment, more formally known as Belkyra™, is a deoxycholic acid and naturally occurring molecule in the body. Belkyra™ is used in adults to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin (submental fat), also known as “double chin.” Belkyra assists in breaking down fat cells or adipocytes, thereby decreasing the fullness under the chin.
How Belkyra Minimizes Fat Cells
Belkyra™ is the only non-surgical injectable treatment in Canada approved to improve fullness beneath the chin. Most patients require more than one session, with up to six treatments recommended depending on the amount of fat being treated. Following the procedure, it is common to experience swelling and other common side effects, such as tenderness, redness, bruising, or numbness around the injection sites and treated area. These reactions are often most noticeable during the first week and gradually improve as the body heals. Because the treated fat cells are permanently destroyed, they cannot store or accumulate fat again. While maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help preserve your outcome, the eliminated fat cells do not regenerate. Your provider will review post treatment care instructions to support proper healing and optimize your Belkyra results. Although Belkyra effectively reduces unwanted fat beneath the chin, it does not treat loose skin, and visible improvements typically develop gradually over several weeks as the body processes the treated fat.
How Many Treatments to Expect
The number of re-treatment sessions you need will depend on the amount of fullness beneath your chin, your goals, and how your body responds to treatment. During your consultation, your provider will determine a personalized treatment plan after evaluating the area and discussing your medical history. Belkyra uses a Health Canada approved ingredient in a patented formulation that is carefully administered in small amounts during each session. While treatment is designed to reduce unwanted fat, maintaining a healthy diet and stable weight can help support your long-term results. Individual treatment needs may vary, and your provider's expertise will help ensure the safest and most effective approach.
Belkyra Results and Recovery
After treatment, it is common to experience temporary swelling, tenderness, or mild pain as the body begins breaking down the treated fat cells. Many patients appreciate that appointments can often fit into a lunch break, although visible swelling may last for several days. Because Belkyra is a non-surgical alternative to surgery, there are no incisions or scars associated with treatment. Our Kelowna skincare experts will review aftercare instructions and address any concern you may have before you leave the clinic, helping you feel confident throughout your recovery.
Belkyra Kelowna
Belkyra™ is the only non-surgical injectable treatment in Canada that improves fullness under the chin. It is a safe, quick and easy in-office treatment that is less expensive than surgical options with minimal downtime. When injected into the fat under your chin, Belkyra™ causes the destruction of fat cells. Once destroyed, those cells cannot store or accumulate fat. Fat cells also do not regenerate, meaning that results are permanent. Belkyra™ treatment is completed after a single session.
Belkyra™ is the only non-surgical injectable treatment in Canada that improves fullness under the chin. It is a safe, quick and easy in-office treatment that is less expensive than surgical options with minimal downtime. When injected into the fat under your chin, Belkyra™ causes the destruction of fat cells. Once destroyed, those cells cannot store or accumulate fat. Fat cells also do not regenerate, meaning that results are permanent. Belkyra™ treatment is completed after a single session.
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. When injected into the fat beneath your chin, Belkyra™ causes the destruction of fat cells. Once destroyed, those cells cannot regenerate, store, or accumulate fat.
Patients describe mild discomfort in the form of warmth as the fat cells are being destroyed. A topical anaesthetic is typically used before injections to maintain patient comfort during the procedure.
After receiving Belkyra™ injections, you can expect fat destruction beneath the chin area with improved chin profile and contour at about four to six weeks after your treatment.
Together, the Cerulean Medical Institute team will customize your Belkyra™ treatment regimen, including how many treatments you need, based on your desired chin profile. Many patients experience visible results in two to four treatment sessions. When injected into the fat under your chin, Belkyra™ causes the destruction of fat cells. Once destroyed, those cells cannot store or accumulate fat. After the cosmetic response is achieved, additional treatments with Belkyra™ are not expected.
Together, the Cerulean Medical Institute team will customize your Belkyra™ treatment regimen, including how many treatments you need, based on your desired chin profile. Many patients experience visible results in two to four treatment sessions. When injected into the fat under your chin, Belkyra™ causes the destruction of fat cells. Once destroyed, those cells cannot store or accumulate fat. After the cosmetic response is achieved, additional treatments with Belkyra™ are not expected.
Before receiving Belkyra™ treatment, patients with a history of herpes or cold sores should receive appropriate treatment. Please remove all makeup, lotions, deodorants and oil from the area to be treated with mild soap and water. Patients should also refrain from taking blood-thinning medications or supplements, such as aspirin or ibuprofen, prior to their appointment.
After receiving Belkyra™, apply ice or a cold pack to the treatment area for 10 to 15 minutes as needed. Immediately following your treatment, you are advised to avoid exercise and hot baths. We also recommend avoiding massaging or rubbing the area for 24 hours after the Belkyra™ has been injected. Belkyra™ does not require downtime, so aside from these recommendations you may return to your normal routine as soon as the appointment is complete.
Dr. Praven Chetty MD, DPD, DAAAM
Medical Director & Founder
Dr. Praven Chetty is a multi-award winning aesthetic physician specializing in natural looking, long lasting results. Dr. Praven Chetty combines his vast knowledge of anatomy and ageing with evidenced based cutting-edge techniques for truly customized outcomes.
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