Who is a suitable candidate for injectable fat reduction?

Suitable candidates are adults with moderate to significant submental fullness who are at or near a stable weight. A clinical assessment is required at BYGOLDEN prior to any treatment to confirm suitability. The treatment is not appropriate for individuals who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have active skin conditions in the treatment area.

Fat reduction treatment at BYGOLDEN Parkdale Melbourne, submental and jawline

Cosmetic Medicine · BYGOLDEN

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Fat Reduction

A non-surgical approach to reducing localised fat beneath the chin and refining jawline definition. Using a clinically established injectable compound to permanently disrupt targeted fat cells.

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About this treatment

A precise, non-surgical approach to submental fat.

This treatment uses a clinically established injectable compound to permanently disrupt the membrane of fat cells in targeted areas. Once disrupted, those cells are gradually cleared through the body's lymphatic system over the weeks following treatment.

At BYGOLDEN, this treatment is used to target stubborn pockets of fat, with particular focus on submental fullness and refining the definition of the jawline. It is suited to clients with localised fat that has proven resistant to diet and exercise.

A Cosmetic Medicine Consultation is required before any treatment proceeds. Your clinician will assess the area, discuss your goals and confirm whether this treatment is clinically appropriate for you.

The BYGOLDEN approach

"Structural definition in the lower face begins with removing what doesn't belong there."

At BYGOLDEN, injectable fat reduction is performed by Advanced Life Support Registered Nurses and Paramedics. Every treatment plan is developed individually, with careful attention to anatomy, facial proportions and the degree of submental fullness present. We take a conservative, considered approach, beginning with the minimum effective dose and building progressively across the treatment course.

The process

What to expect at your appointment

Step one

Assessment

Your clinician assesses the submental and jawline area to determine the volume and distribution of fat present, confirm suitability and establish a treatment plan tailored to your anatomy and goals.

Step two

Preparation

A topical anaesthetic is applied to the treatment area. The injection sites are mapped and marked to ensure precise, consistent placement of the compound across the treatment zone.

Step three

Treatment

The fat reduction compound is administered via a series of small injections across the marked treatment area. Clients generally experience a sensation of pressure, warmth and mild stinging during treatment.

Step four

Recovery

Swelling, firmness and redness in the treated area are expected following each session and are a normal part of the inflammatory process. Most clients experience noticeable swelling for 5 to 10 days. A review is scheduled 6 to 8 weeks after each session.

Before you book

Important treatment considerations

This treatment is not suitable for everyone. Your clinician will assess all of the following at your consultation.

A clinical assessment is mandatory prior to any treatment proceeding
Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding
Not appropriate if active skin infections or inflammation are present in the treatment area
Significant post-treatment swelling should be expected. Plan treatment timing accordingly
Results are progressive and develop over multiple sessions. Single-session outcomes are not representative of final results
Maintaining a stable weight following treatment supports long-term outcomes

Your questions

Frequently asked questions

Injectable fat reduction uses a clinically established compound to disrupt and break down fat cell membranes in targeted areas. The released fat is then cleared by the body's lymphatic system over the following weeks. At BYGOLDEN, this treatment is used to address submental fullness and improve jawline definition.

Suitable candidates are adults with moderate to significant submental fullness who are at or near a stable weight. A clinical assessment is required prior to any treatment to confirm suitability. The treatment is not appropriate for individuals who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have active skin conditions in the treatment area.

Most clients require 1 to 3 treatment sessions, spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart. The number of sessions depends on the volume of submental fat present and the degree of definition being sought. Your clinician will provide a personalised treatment plan at your consultation.

A topical anaesthetic is applied prior to treatment to improve comfort. During the procedure, clients typically experience a sensation of pressure and mild stinging. Swelling, redness and firmness in the treated area are expected and normal following treatment, typically resolving within 1 to 2 weeks. This is a normal part of the inflammatory process that facilitates fat clearance.

Visible improvement in submental fullness is typically noticeable from around 6 to 8 weeks after each session, as the body gradually clears the disrupted fat cells. Progressive improvement continues across the treatment course, with final results apparent 4 to 6 weeks after the last session.

The fat cells disrupted by the treatment are permanently cleared by the body. However, significant weight gain following treatment may result in enlargement of remaining fat cells in the area. Maintaining a stable weight supports long-term outcomes.

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A clinical assessment is required before any treatment proceeds. Your clinician will review your anatomy, discuss your goals and confirm whether injectable fat reduction is the right approach for you.

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BYGOLDEN · 230 Como Parade West, Parkdale VIC 3195
(03) 7047 7704 · team@bygolden.com.au

Treatment summary

Consultation requiredCosmetic Medicine

Treatment areasSubmental · Jawline

Sessions required1–3 typical

Session frequency6–8 weeks apart

Individual results may vary. All treatments at BYGOLDEN are subject to a clinical assessment to confirm suitability. The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute medical advice. Treatment outcomes depend on individual anatomy, the degree of submental fullness present and adherence to the recommended treatment course. Last reviewed April 2026.

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