Certain small, localised areas of fat – like beneath the chin or small stubborn pockets on the body – often don’t respond well to diet and exercise alone, since they’re determined more by fat cell distribution than overall body fat. Lipolytic Injections use a deoxycholic acid-based solution injected directly into targeted fat pockets to permanently break down fat cells in that specific area.
At our Anna Nagar clinic, every Lipolytic Injections session is performed only after a detailed assessment by experienced dermatologists to confirm you’re a good candidate and determine the right injection pattern for your target area.
Lipolytic Injections use a synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring molecule in the body that helps break down and absorb dietary fat. When injected directly into subcutaneous fat – the fat layer just beneath the skin – deoxycholic acid disrupts the outer membrane of fat cells (adipocytes) in the treated area, causing those specific cells to break down and die. The body’s natural metabolic processes then gradually clear away these destroyed fat cells over the following weeks.
This mechanism is what makes the fat reduction from Lipolytic Injections permanent for the specific cells destroyed: unlike weight fluctuation, which causes existing fat cells to shrink or expand, this treatment actually eliminates targeted fat cells from the treated area entirely. Because the treatment works cell-by-cell within the injected area, it’s best suited to small, well-defined fat pockets rather than larger areas of diffuse body fat, which is why it’s commonly used beneath the chin or on other small, localised areas.
Results build gradually as the body clears the destroyed fat cells, typically becoming visible several weeks after each session, with a full treatment course often involving multiple sessions spaced weeks apart to achieve the desired reduction. Because deoxycholic acid affects any fat cell membrane it contacts, precise injection technique matters significantly to avoid affecting surrounding tissue, which is why this treatment should only be performed by an experienced, trained professional.
At our Anna Nagar clinic, every Lipolytic Injections session is performed only after a detailed assessment by experienced dermatologists to confirm your target area is suitable for this treatment and to plan precise, safe injection points.
Deoxycholic Acid Fat-Dissolving Injections
Duration 45–60 Minutes
Small, Localised Fat Areas
2-4 Recommended
Mild Swelling 3-7 Days
Required
₹15,000* Per Session
Consultation & Assessment
Treatment Mapping
Numbing
Injections
Post-Treatment Monitoring
Follow-Up Review
Swelling and Firmness Peak, Then Begin Settling
Initial Fat Clearance Becomes Visible
Continued Reduction with Completed Sessions
Final Results Visible as Remaining Sessions Are Completed
*Treatment costs may vary depending on the treatment area, amount of fat to be treated, number of sessions required and your doctor's personalised treatment plan.
Final cost depends on the treatment area size and number of sessions recommended.
Lipolytic Injections are safe when performed by trained professionals.
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Lipolytic Injections use a deoxycholic acid-based solution injected into targeted fat pockets to permanently break down fat cell membranes in that specific area, with the body naturally clearing the destroyed cells over several weeks.
No, Lipolytic Injections are not a weight loss treatment. They are designed to reduce small, localised, stubborn fat pockets, not to produce overall body weight reduction, and are best suited to those already at a stable, healthy weight.
Lipolytic Injections in Chennai typically start from ₹15,000 per session at Anucare. The final cost depends on the treatment area size and the number of sessions recommended for your specific goals.
Yes, the fat cells destroyed during treatment are permanently eliminated and do not regenerate. However, remaining fat cells in the body can still expand with significant weight gain, so maintaining a stable weight helps preserve results.
A course of 2 to 4 sessions, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, is generally recommended for visible fat reduction, depending on the size of your target area and desired outcome.
Most clients experience mild discomfort during injections, with topical or local anaesthetic used to improve comfort. Some swelling, firmness and bruising in the days following treatment is expected and normal.
The most common area is beneath the chin (submental fat), though small, well-defined fat pockets on other parts of the body may also be suitable, which your dermatologist can assess during consultation.
Some swelling and firmness in the treated area is expected for 3 to 7 days after each session, though most clients can resume normal daily activities immediately, avoiding strenuous exercise for a few days.
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