When genetics decide where fat stays, targeted treatment can help.
Some areas of localized fat are resistant to diet and exercise, often due to genetics rather than lifestyle. Common examples include fullness under the chin, along the jawline, or in small, well-defined pockets elsewhere on the body. These areas can persist even in otherwise healthy, active individuals.
At COPELAND MD, we treat selected genetically influenced fat pockets using deoxycholate injections —a non-surgical, medically approved option designed to permanently destroy targeted fat cells. This approach allows for precise contour refinement without incisions, anesthesia, or surgical recovery, and is tailored carefully to anatomy, skin quality, and overall balance.
Consultations are aimed to be relaxed and educational, empowering you to make informed decisions about your treatment options.
You may be a good candidate if you:
A consultation is essential to confirm that fullness is due to fat (and not skin laxity, muscle structure, or swelling), and to determine whether injectable fat reduction—or another approach—is most appropriate.
Deoxycholic acid is a naturally occurring molecule in the body that helps break down dietary fat. When injected precisely into localized fat deposits, it disrupts fat cell membranes, leading to permanent destruction of those fat cells , which are then cleared by the body over time.
Treatment is typically performed in a series, with sessions spaced several weeks apart, depending on the area and degree of fullness.
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