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Kybella

Kybella in New Jersey

Kybella Targets Submental Fat Beneath the Chin

Kybella is an injectable prescription treatment intended to improve moderate to severe fullness associated with submental fat in adults. This fat sits beneath the chin and can create what is commonly called a double chin. Kybella isn’t a weight loss treatment, a general facial rejuvenation procedure, or an approved treatment for fat elsewhere on the body.

Fullness beneath the chin isn’t always caused by fat alone. Loose skin, prominent platysmal bands, enlarged structures, and individual anatomy can all affect whether Kybella is appropriate, making a medical consultation essential.

Call (856) 424-5005 to confirm whether Kybella consultations or treatment are available through Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates and determine your next step.

How Kybella Treatment Works

Kybella contains deoxycholic acid, which helps break down fat cells when injected into subcutaneous tissue. This process is known as injection lipolysis. The approved treatment area for Kybella is limited to submental fat beneath the chin.

During treatment, a qualified healthcare professional may administer multiple small injections across a carefully planned grid. The prescribing information permits up to 50 injections per treatment and up to six treatments spaced at least one month apart. These are maximum limits, not a standard plan for every patient. The number of injections and treatments depends on the amount and distribution of fat, individual anatomy, response to previous treatment, and clinical judgment.

Who May Be a Candidate for Kybella?

Potential candidates are adults with moderate to severe fullness caused by fat beneath the chin. A clinician should examine the area, discuss the patient’s goals, and assess whether skin laxity or prominent neck bands could affect the cosmetic result.

Medical screening should cover:

  • Injection-site health: Kybella must not be administered where an infection is present.
  • Swallowing concerns: Patients should disclose current or previous difficulty swallowing.
  • Bleeding risk: Blood-thinning medications, antiplatelet medications, and coagulation concerns should be discussed.
  • Previous procedures: Prior surgery or cosmetic treatment involving the face, chin, or neck may affect treatment planning.
  • Medical history: The treating clinician should review medications and conditions that could affect treatment.

Accurate injection placement requires careful attention to neck anatomy, including the marginal mandibular nerve, which controls muscles involved in lower-lip movement, and nearby blood vessels and structures.

Kybella Side Effects & Safety Considerations

Common reactions include injection-site swelling, bruising or hematoma, pain, numbness, redness, and firmness. Additional risks identified in the prescribing information include marginal mandibular nerve injury, which can cause an uneven smile or facial muscle weakness. Other risks include dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), tissue or vascular injury, ulceration, necrosis, infection, and hair loss at the injection site.

Patients should receive individualized aftercare instructions that explain which reactions to expect and when to seek medical attention. New or worsening swallowing difficulty, facial weakness, open sores, drainage, or signs of infection require prompt attention from a healthcare professional.

What to Expect After Kybella Injections

Kybella doesn’t produce an immediate final result. Swelling and other injection-site reactions can temporarily alter the treated area before a reduction in fullness becomes apparent. Results vary with anatomy, the amount of submental fat, treatment planning, and the number of treatments completed. A consultation can establish realistic expectations, but candidacy can’t be confirmed without an examination, and no particular degree of improvement is guaranteed.

Confirm Kybella Availability in New Jersey

We accept new patients and individuals seeking second opinions across our New Jersey offices. Because Kybella availability hasn’t been confirmed, please contact us before making treatment plans or assuming that we offer Kybella consultations, prescriptions, or injections.

A consultation should identify the cause of fullness beneath your chin and address your goals, medical history, treatment risks, recovery considerations, and possible alternatives.

Call (856) 424-5005 to ask about Kybella availability in New Jersey and find the appropriate consultation or referral pathway.

About Our Practice & Your First Visit

  • Q: How long has Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates been in practice?
    A:
    The practice was founded in 1974, making it one of the longest-standing independent rheumatology practices in New Jersey. Over more than 50 years, we have built ongoing relationships with patients and their families through treatment, education, and advocacy.
  • Q: Do you accept new patients?
    A:
    Yes. We welcome new patients at all seven of our New Jersey offices. Whether you're seeking an initial evaluation, a second opinion, or an updated assessment of a condition you've been managing for years, you can schedule a visit without a prior diagnosis.
  • Q: What insurance plans do you accept?
    A:
    We work with most major insurance plans. Our team also helps patients identify copay assistance options to make care more affordable. Contact us and we can verify your coverage before your first visit.
  • Q: Where are your offices located?
    A:
    We have seven offices across New Jersey, in Voorhees, Moorestown, Sewell, Brick, Hamilton, Galloway, and Haddon Heights. These locations serve both South Jersey and the greater Philadelphia region.
  • Q: What is the ACR Master distinction?
    A:
    The American College of Rheumatology awards the title of Master to physicians who have demonstrated national standing and sustained contributions to the field. It is the highest distinction the organization confers. Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates founder Dr. Sheldon Solomon holds this title.
  • Q: Are clinical trials available through your practice?
    A:
    The practice has a history of clinical trial participation, including phase 2 and phase 3 investigator roles in studies for biologics and rheumatoid arthritis medications that are now considered standard of care. We reference this as a credibility signal that our physicians helped shape current treatment. Contact us to ask about current research activity.

About Our Practice & Your First Visit

  • Q: How long has Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates been in practice?
    A:
    The practice was founded in 1974, making it one of the longest-standing independent rheumatology practices in New Jersey. Over more than 50 years, we have built ongoing relationships with patients and their families through treatment, education, and advocacy.
  • Q: Do you accept new patients?
    A:
    Yes. We welcome new patients at all seven of our New Jersey offices. Whether you're seeking an initial evaluation, a second opinion, or an updated assessment of a condition you've been managing for years, you can schedule a visit without a prior diagnosis.
  • Q: What insurance plans do you accept?
    A:
    We work with most major insurance plans. Our team also helps patients identify copay assistance options to make care more affordable. Contact us and we can verify your coverage before your first visit.
  • Q: Where are your offices located?
    A:
    We have seven offices across New Jersey, in Voorhees, Moorestown, Sewell, Brick, Hamilton, Galloway, and Haddon Heights. These locations serve both South Jersey and the greater Philadelphia region.
  • Q: What is the ACR Master distinction?
    A:
    The American College of Rheumatology awards the title of Master to physicians who have demonstrated national standing and sustained contributions to the field. It is the highest distinction the organization confers. Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates founder Dr. Sheldon Solomon holds this title.
  • Q: Are clinical trials available through your practice?
    A:
    The practice has a history of clinical trial participation, including phase 2 and phase 3 investigator roles in studies for biologics and rheumatoid arthritis medications that are now considered standard of care. We reference this as a credibility signal that our physicians helped shape current treatment. Contact us to ask about current research activity.

About Our Practice & Your First Visit

  • Q: How long has Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates been in practice?
    A:
    The practice was founded in 1974, making it one of the longest-standing independent rheumatology practices in New Jersey. Over more than 50 years, we have built ongoing relationships with patients and their families through treatment, education, and advocacy.
  • Q: Do you accept new patients?
    A:
    Yes. We welcome new patients at all seven of our New Jersey offices. Whether you're seeking an initial evaluation, a second opinion, or an updated assessment of a condition you've been managing for years, you can schedule a visit without a prior diagnosis.
  • Q: What insurance plans do you accept?
    A:
    We work with most major insurance plans. Our team also helps patients identify copay assistance options to make care more affordable. Contact us and we can verify your coverage before your first visit.
  • Q: Where are your offices located?
    A:
    We have seven offices across New Jersey, in Voorhees, Moorestown, Sewell, Brick, Hamilton, Galloway, and Haddon Heights. These locations serve both South Jersey and the greater Philadelphia region.
  • Q: What is the ACR Master distinction?
    A:
    The American College of Rheumatology awards the title of Master to physicians who have demonstrated national standing and sustained contributions to the field. It is the highest distinction the organization confers. Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates founder Dr. Sheldon Solomon holds this title.
  • Q: Are clinical trials available through your practice?
    A:
    The practice has a history of clinical trial participation, including phase 2 and phase 3 investigator roles in studies for biologics and rheumatoid arthritis medications that are now considered standard of care. We reference this as a credibility signal that our physicians helped shape current treatment. Contact us to ask about current research activity.

Still Have Questions?

What conditions does a rheumatologist treat?
Rheumatologists diagnose and manage diseases affecting joints, bones, muscles, and the immune system. At Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates, we treat more than 100 conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, scleroderma, polymyalgia rheumatica, Sjogren's syndrome, and osteoporosis.
Can I get a second opinion here?
Yes. Second opinions are welcome at Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates. If you've received a diagnosis elsewhere and want another perspective, or if a treatment plan hasn't been working, our physicians will review your records and conduct a thorough evaluation.
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OUR PRACTICE by the Numbers

Over fifty years of independent rheumatology care, measured in facts.
  • 50 +
    Years in Practice

    Founded in 1974. Still independent. Still focused exclusively on rheumatology.

  • 29,000 +
    INFUSIONS IN A SINGLE YEAR

    Completed across seven IDYLLIC Infusion Treatment Centers, all inside our offices.

  • 18
    Providers

    Every one fellowship-trained in rheumatology and board-certified or board-eligible.

  • 7
    New Jersey Offices

    Serving South Jersey and the Philadelphia region from Voorhees to Brick.

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Questions About Your Rheumatology Care

What is rheumatology?
Rheumatology is the branch of medicine focused on diagnosing and treating diseases of the joints, bones, muscles, and immune system. Rheumatologists manage conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, osteoporosis, gout, and more than 100 other autoimmune and inflammatory disorders.
How is a rheumatologist different from a general practitioner?
After internal medicine residency, rheumatologists complete two to three additional years of fellowship training in diseases of the joints and immune system. Every physician at Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates completed this training. A general practitioner does not have this specialized background.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring any prior lab results, imaging studies, or records from your primary care physician or previous specialists. A list of current medications is also helpful. Your physician will review everything before the examination and use it to inform your diagnostic workup.
How does in-office infusion therapy work?
Biologic medications for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis are sometimes administered intravenously rather than by pill or injection. Our IDYLLIC Infusion Treatment Centers provide this treatment inside our offices with a medical professional supervising every session, at substantially lower cost than hospital-based infusion.
Is in-office ultrasound the same as radiology imaging?
Diagnostic ultrasound in our offices provides real-time images of joints, tendons, and soft tissue without radiation. Unlike a radiology referral, every scan at Arthritis, Rheumatic & Bone Disease Associates is interpreted by a physician with specific rheumatology training, so findings are evaluated in the context of your condition, not in isolation.
Do you coordinate with my primary care physician?
Yes. We collaborate closely with referring and primary care physicians, sharing records and findings so your care stays consistent across providers. You won't need to repeat your history or serve as the messenger between offices.