Fat Dissolving Injections
Phosphatidylcholine Deoxycholic Acid (PCDC) or Deoxycholic Acid (DC) are also known as Fat Dissolving Injections.
They are used to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe submental fat ('double chin'; fatty tissue located under the chin). The injection is in a class of medications called cytolytic medications. It works by breaking down cells in fatty tissue.
What can you expect
After the procedure, Patients will experience swelling after their procedure. The most noticeable swelling can last from 5-14 days, but small areas of swelling may persist for 4-6 weeks. Most patients will begin to notice improvement of their submental fullness 4-6 weeks after their first treatment, but for optimal results 3-6 treatments are needed.
Who is the right candidate?
It is not recommended for patients who have:
• Current infection in the treatment area
• Blood-clotting problems
• Swallowing difficulties
• An allergy to the any of the product ingredients
• Patients whom are pregnant or breast-feeding
• It can be used to treat: submental fullness
Possible Risks Common side effects include:
• Swelling
• Bruising
• Bleeding
• Hardness
• Numbness
Uncommon side effects include:
• Allergic reactions
• Facial Weakness or uneven smile
• Difficulty swallowing
• Infection
• Inflammatory rea
Sub mental fat (under chin): $300/treatment or $800/ 3 treatments
Preaxilary: 300/treatment or $800/ 3 treatments
Abdomen (belly pooch): 400/ treatment or $1000/3 treatments
Love handles: $500/ treatment or $1200 for 3 treatments
Back (bra rolls) $500/ treatment or $1200 for 3 treatments
Arms: $500/treatment or $1200 for 3 treatments