Why The Maercks Institute
At The Maercks Institute, body contouring is guided by both medical expertise and artistic precision.
Dr. Rian Maercks, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, brings a uniquely refined perspective shaped by his background in fine arts. Every treatment is tailored to enhance natural proportions never overdone, always intentional.
Patients choose us for our personalised approach, advanced technology, and commitment to delivering results that feel effortless and natural.
Kybella (Fat Dissolving Treatment)
Refine. Define. Reduce with precision.
Kybella is a non-surgical injectable treatment designed to reduce small, localised areas of fat—most commonly beneath the chin to improve definition and refine the profile.
At The Maercks Institute, Kybella is used selectively as part of a broader facial balancing approach. The goal is not simply to remove fat, but to improve structure, proportion, and the transition between the face and neck in a controlled, natural way.
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Kybella is formulated with deoxycholic acid, a molecule naturally produced by the body to break down and absorb fat.
When injected into targeted areas, this compound disrupts fat cells, causing them to break down and be gradually eliminated by the body.
Once these fat cells are destroyed, they can no longer store or accumulate fat, resulting in a lasting reduction in fullness in the treated area.
A More Considered Approach to Fat Reduction
Not all fullness beneath the chin is the same. It may be caused by fat, skin laxity, or underlying structural factors and each requires a different approach.
Kybella is used when excess fat is the primary concern. Rather than removing volume indiscriminately, treatment is carefully planned to ensure that reduction enhances definition without creating imbalance or skin irregularity.
At The Maercks Institute, this is always considered within the context of the full face, ensuring the result feels proportionate and refined.
How Kybella Works
Kybella is injected directly into small pockets of fat, most commonly in the submental area beneath the chin.
The deoxycholic acid breaks down the membranes of fat cells, causing them to dissolve. These cells are then naturally processed and eliminated by the body over time, gradually reducing fullness and improving contour.
Because the process occurs over weeks, results develop progressively rather than immediately, allowing for a more natural transition.
What to Expect
Treatment is performed in a clinical setting and typically takes a short amount of time. A series of small injections are placed in a precise pattern to ensure even and controlled results.
Swelling is expected following treatment and can be more noticeable than with other injectables, particularly in the first few days. This is a normal part of the process as the body responds to the breakdown of fat cells.
Most patients return to normal activities shortly after, though the area may take time to fully settle.
When You’ll See Results
Results develop gradually as the body processes the treated fat.
Visible improvement is typically seen over several weeks, with further refinement following each session. Multiple treatments are often required to achieve the desired outcome, with sessions spaced over time.
Because the fat cells are permanently destroyed, results can be long-lasting when weight remains stable.
Who This Treatment Is For
Kybella is best suited to individuals with mild to moderate fat beneath the chin who are looking to improve definition without surgery.
It is most effective when skin quality is good and the concern is primarily fat rather than loose skin. Careful assessment is essential, as not all patients are ideal candidates for this treatment.
