Fat Dissolving Injections in Rossendale
Injectable treatment for small, localised pockets of fat that have not responded to diet and exercise.
In short
Fat dissolving injections break down small, stubborn pockets of fat that do not respond to diet or exercise; it takes two to four sessions six weeks apart, and it is not a weight-loss treatment.
- How long it lasts
- the fat removed does not return, but surrounding fat can still grow
- When you see it
- from 4 to 6 weeks after each session
- Downtime
- significant swelling for 3 to 7 days — plan around it
- Does it hurt
- stinging during, then a deep ache and tenderness for a few days
- Sessions
- 2 to 4, six weeks apart
Fat dissolving injections break down small, defined pockets of fat — most commonly under the chin. They are for contouring a specific area, not for weight loss, and they work best on someone already at a stable weight who has a localised deposit that will not shift.
Who it suits
A stable weight, good skin elasticity, and a small defined pocket of fat. Where skin laxity is contributing to the appearance, removing the fat underneath can make it look worse rather than better — which is a conversation worth having before you book.
Every treatment begins with a full-face assessment and an honest conversation. If I do not think a treatment is clinically indicated or right for you, I will say so and explain why — including when the answer is to do nothing.
What to expect
Significant swelling for several days after treatment is expected and normal — the area will look worse before it looks better. Two to four sessions spaced four to six weeks apart is typical.
You will be given written aftercare before you leave, and a direct number to reach me on if anything concerns you afterwards. Reviews are offered at two weeks so we can assess the result together and adjust if needed.
Sources and further reading
- NHS — Dermal fillers
- British Association of Dermatologists — patient information
- Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners
- Aesthetic Complications Expert Group
This page is general information, not personal medical advice. Every treatment needs an individual assessment, and what is right for someone else may not be right for you.
Common questions
Fat Dissolving Injections — what people ask
- Is this a weight loss treatment?
- No. It treats small localised deposits in someone at a stable weight. It is a contouring treatment, not a weight management one.
- How much swelling should I expect?
- A lot, and that is the treatment working. Under the chin it can be marked for several days. Plan around it — do not book before an event.
- Are the results permanent?
- Fat cells that are broken down do not return, but remaining cells can enlarge with weight gain. Maintaining a stable weight maintains the result.
Travelling to Charis
The clinic is in Stacksteads, Bacup, with patients travelling in for fat dissolving injections from Rawtenstall, Haslingden, Ramsbottom, Burnley, Rochdale, Bury, Accrington and across the Rossendale valley.
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Consultations are £30, and that comes off the cost of your treatment if you go ahead. No pressure to book anything on the day — if you are not sure whether you want treatment at all, that is still a good reason to come and talk.