Fat-Dissolving Injections: Suitability, Limits and Risks

Fat-dissolving injections are non-surgical treatments intended for selected small areas of localised fat. They are not weight-loss treatments and are not appropriate for every body area or every patient.

Assessment and product checks

A qualified clinician should confirm the diagnosis, treatment area, health history, medicines, allergies and expectations. Ask for the exact product name, its authorisation for the proposed area, who will administer it and how complications will be managed. Product availability and approved uses differ by country.

Limitations and alternatives

Results vary and more than one session may be proposed. Skin laxity, anatomy and the amount or location of fat can affect suitability. Alternatives may include no treatment, lifestyle measures, other contouring approaches or liposuction after surgical assessment.

Risks

Possible effects include pain, swelling, bruising, redness, numbness, firmness, uneven contour and dissatisfaction. Depending on product and area, more serious complications can include infection, ulceration, tissue injury, nerve injury, swallowing difficulty or the need for corrective care.

Review Revitalize’s body-contouring information, liposuction information and assessment route. Confirm the named contracted clinician, facility, product and complication plan.