Struggling With Stubborn Fat That Won’t Go away?
Fat Dissolving
Small pockets of fat can remain even when your weight is stable and you follow a healthy lifestyle. Fat-dissolving injections are designed to target selected localised areas and gradually improve contour without surgery.
In brief
Areas We Can Assess Use cards for: - Double chin / submental fat - Jawline fullness - Lower abdomen - Flanks / love handles - Bra-line fat - Inner thighs - Other small localised areas Only include areas you genuinely treat.
The NexGen approach
Considered, consultation-led fat dissolving
Who this may suit
- - Have small, stubborn pockets of localised fat
- - Are close to a stable, healthy weight
- - Want to improve areas such as the double chin, jawline or selected body areas
- - Prefer a non-surgical treatment option
- - Have realistic expectations about gradual results
- - Understand that more than one session may be needed
- It is not a weight-loss treatment, and suitability is confirmed during consultation.
Before anything else
What to expect at your consultation
We assess the treatment area, skin quality and elasticity, and confirm whether the fullness is caused by localised fat and is suitable for treatment.
You’ll receive a realistic recommendation on the likely number of sessions, expected results and costs, with clear advice if we feel fat dissolving is unlikely to give you enough benefit.
Step by step
Your treatment journey
Free Consultation
We assess the treatment area, discuss your goals and determine whether fat dissolving is suitable for you.
Personalised Treatment Plan
Your practitioner recommends the treatment area, expected number of sessions and appropriate treatment approach.
Treatment
The area is cleansed and the fat-dissolving solution is administered using a series of small injections into the targeted fat.
Aftercare
Swelling, tenderness, redness or bruising can occur after treatment. You’ll receive clear aftercare advice before leaving the clinic.
Gradual Results
The treated fat cells are gradually broken down and cleared by the body. Results develop progressively rather than immediately. You looking at 3 weeks time.
Review & Further Sessions
Many clients require more than one session. Treatments are usually spaced 3 weeks apart, depending on the area and individual response.
Looked after, afterwards
Aftercare guidance
- Swelling in the area is normal and can last several days — plan around it
- Tenderness, warmth and firmness are common and settle gradually
- Avoid alcohol, intense exercise and heat for 48 hours
- Results develop over weeks between sessions as the body processes treated fat
Written aftercare is provided at your appointment, and our team remains available if you have any questions while you settle.
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Fat Dissolving questions
Frequently asked questions
How many sessions will I need?
This varies depending on the treatment area, the amount of localised fat and your individual response. Many clients require a course of treatments rather than a single session.
How do fat dissolving injections work?
Fat-dissolving injections are placed into selected areas of localised fat. The treatment is designed to disrupt fat cells, which are then gradually processed and cleared by the body.
Which areas can be treated?
Common treatment areas include the double chin, jawline, abdomen, flanks, bra-line area and other small pockets of stubborn fat. Suitability depends on the area and will be assessed during consultation.
What is the downtime like?
Expect noticeable swelling for a few days, especially under the chin. Most clients schedule sessions away from big events.
Is fat dissolving permanent?
Fat cells that are successfully treated do not regenerate in the same way. However, remaining fat cells can still increase in size if you gain weight, so maintaining a stable weight is important.
Is fat dissolving a weight-loss treatment?
No. Fat dissolving is intended for small, localised areas of stubborn fat and is not designed for general weight loss.
Does fat dissolving treatment hurt?
You may experience stinging, warmth, tenderness or discomfort during and after treatment. Most clients tolerate the procedure well.
How much swelling should I expect?
Swelling is common and can be noticeable, particularly when treating the double chin. Redness, tenderness and bruising may also occur. This usually settles gradually.
How long is the downtime?
Most people can return to normal activities, but visible swelling may last several days and sometimes longer depending on the area treated and individual response.
How often can I have treatment?
Sessions are usually spaced several weeks apart. Your practitioner will advise you on the appropriate interval based on the product used, treatment area and your response.
Who is not suitable for fat dissolving?
Treatment may not be suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for people with certain medical conditions, infections in the treatment area or specific contraindications. A full medical history and consultation are required before treatment.
Can fat dissolving tighten loose skin?
Fat dissolving mainly targets localised fat. It does not directly treat significant skin laxity. If loose skin is the main concern, another treatment may be more appropriate.
How do I know if fat dissolving is right for me?
The best way to find out is through a consultation. We assess the area, skin quality, fat distribution and your goals before recommending whether treatment is likely to give you a worthwhile result.
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