Deoxycholic Acid: A Powerful Solution for Treating Unwanted Fat, Especially When Combined with Morpheus 8
If you've ever struggled with stubborn pockets of fat that won’t seem to budge no matter how much you diet or exercise, you’re not alone. For many people, fat can accumulate in areas like the chin, stomach, or love handles, leading to frustration. While liposuction is an option, not everyone is ready for surgery. That’s where Deoxycholic Acid comes in—a non-surgical solution for targeting and eliminating unwanted fat. And when combined with Morpheus8, a skin-tightening treatment, the results can be even more impressive.
In this article, we’ll explain what Deoxycholic Acid is, how it works, and how combining it with Morpheus8 can enhance your body contouring results.
What Is Deoxycholic Acid?
Deoxycholic Acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body. It’s a bile acid that helps break down and absorb fats during digestion. However, when used in cosmetic treatments, it can also be injected into specific areas of the body to target and destroy unwanted fat cells. In this context, Deoxycholic Acid is FDA-approved and used to treat small, localized pockets of fat, such as those found under the chin (commonly known as a "double chin").
The key benefit of Deoxycholic Acid is its ability to break down fat cells permanently. Once fat cells are destroyed, your body gradually processes and eliminates them, leading to a more sculpted and defined appearance.
How Does Deoxycholic Acid Work?
Deoxycholic Acid works by breaking down fat cells through a process called lipolysis. When the acid is injected into targeted areas, it disrupts the structure of the fat cells, causing them to rupture. The body then naturally absorbs and eliminates these damaged fat cells over time.
The treatment is precise, and because it’s injected directly into the fat, it doesn’t affect the surrounding tissues. Over a series of treatments (usually two to four sessions), patients begin to see gradual improvements in the targeted areas as the fat cells are permanently eliminated.
Common areas treated with Deoxycholic Acid include:
Submental fat (under the chin)
Jawline area
Love handles
Stomach and flanks
Upper arms
Knees
What Are the Benefits of Deoxycholic Acid?
Non-Surgical: One of the biggest advantages of Deoxycholic Acid is that it’s a non-invasive, non-surgical treatment. There are no incisions, stitches, or recovery time needed.
Permanent Fat Reduction: Once the fat cells are destroyed, they don’t come back. This makes it a long-term solution for reducing unwanted fat in stubborn areas.
Minimal Downtime: While there may be some swelling or bruising after the treatment, most people can return to normal activities within a few days.
Precise Treatment: Deoxycholic Acid is highly effective for small, localized areas of fat, especially in hard-to-treat spots like under the chin.
Combining Deoxycholic Acid with Morpheus8 for Even Better Results
While Deoxycholic Acid is excellent for eliminating stubborn fat, Morpheus8, a non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatment, can further enhance your results. Morpheus8 uses radiofrequency energy combined with microneedling to stimulate collagen production, tighten the skin, and improve its texture. When used together with Deoxycholic Acid, Morpheus8 can help smooth and tighten the skin in areas where fat was removed, giving you more defined, contoured results.
Here’s how the two treatments complement each other:
Fat Reduction + Skin Tightening: Deoxycholic Acid helps reduce fat in targeted areas, and Morpheus8 tightens the skin over those areas. After fat cells are eliminated, the skin can sometimes appear loose or saggy. Morpheus8 helps stimulate collagen and elastin production, which can firm up the skin and reduce the appearance of sagging, giving you a more toned and youthful look.
Enhanced Contouring: While Deoxycholic Acid reduces fat, Morpheus8 works to sculpt and define the treated area. This combination is ideal for creating more sharp, defined jawlines, contoured cheeks, or a smoother, firmer neck and chin area. Morpheus8’s ability to target deeper layers of skin means it can also improve skin texture, leaving the treated area looking firmer and smoother.
Faster Results: While Deoxycholic Acid works over time to eliminate fat, Morpheus8’s collagen-boosting effects can help speed up the recovery process and improve the overall outcome. The synergy of both treatments can often produce results that are both faster and more noticeable.
Non-Invasive and No Downtime: Like Deoxycholic Acid, Morpheus8 is a non-invasive procedure with minimal downtime. There’s no need for surgery, and recovery is typically quick, allowing you to return to normal activities soon after both treatments.
What to Expect During and After Treatment
The Deoxycholic Acid treatment involves a series of injections into the targeted area. The procedure itself usually takes about 15-30 minutes, depending on the size of the treatment area. Some people experience mild discomfort during the procedure, but numbing creams or local anesthesia can be used to minimize pain.
After the treatment, you may experience some redness, swelling, or bruising in the treated area, which typically resolves within a few days. You can return to normal activities shortly after, but you may need to avoid vigorous exercise for a few days to minimize swelling.
Morpheus8 treatments, are done in separate appointments, after the Deoxycholic Acid injections, also involve minimal downtime. There might be slight redness or swelling in the treated area, but this typically fades within a day or two. A full Morpheus8 treatment session usually lasts between 45-90 minutes.
For optimal results, you may need multiple sessions of both Deoxycholic Acid and Morpheus8, depending on the area being treated and your specific goals.
Is Deoxycholic Acid + Morpheus8 Right for You?
Deoxycholic Acid combined with Morpheus8 is a fantastic option for people looking to address stubborn fat and improve skin quality without the need for surgery. Whether you’re concerned about a double chin, love handles, or loose skin after weight loss, this combination can provide noticeable results in contouring, tightening, and rejuvenation.
However, as with any cosmetic treatment, it’s important to consult with a qualified professional to determine if this combination is right for you. They’ll assess your individual needs and create a customized plan for optimal results.
Conclusion
Deoxycholic Acid and Morpheus8 offer a powerful, non-invasive solution for those looking to target stubborn fat and tighten loose skin. While Deoxycholic Acid works to break down and eliminate fat cells, Morpheus8 helps tighten and smooth the skin, enhancing your overall body contour. The combination of these treatments provides a comprehensive, effective approach to achieving a more sculpted, youthful appearance without the need for surgery. If you’re ready to contour, tighten, and rejuvenate, these treatments may be the perfect solution to help you achieve your goals.