Fat dissolving injections in Islamabad, for stubborn pockets
Fat dissolving injections target stubborn pockets of fat that resist diet and exercise, such as a double chin or lower abdomen. Because the treated fat cells are removed, results can be long-lasting in many patients. Every treatment is assessed and performed personally by Dr Taskeen Iqbal, a PMDC-registered Skin and Aesthetic Physician in Bahria Town, Rawalpindi.
Fat dissolving injections, also called lipolytic injections, contain a compound, typically deoxycholic acid, that breaks down the membranes of fat cells in a localised area. Once the fat cells are damaged, the body's lymphatic system clears the contents naturally over the following weeks. The treated cells do not regenerate, so results can be long-lasting once the area has settled, provided your weight stays stable.
01 Targeted treatment for stubborn fat
These injections target stubborn pockets of fat that resist diet and exercise. The treatment is local rather than systemic, so it does not affect fat anywhere other than where it is injected. That is why it suits stubborn localised fat in patients who are otherwise close to their target body composition, rather than general weight loss. It is also a popular choice for the stubborn pockets that can linger after pregnancy or a c-section, such as a lower-tummy bulge, once your weight has stabilised.
02 Areas commonly treated
Double chin
One of the most requested areas, for a sharper, more defined jawline.
Body pockets
Lower abdomen, love handles, hips, the bra line, inner thighs and upper arms, treated precisely.
Because each area is treated directly, the plan is shaped around the specific pocket of fat you want addressed, confirmed at consultation.
The injectables we use
We use established lipolytic injectables: Kybella, a deoxycholic acid treatment that is FDA-approved for under-chin fat, and Aqualyx, which is CE-marked in Europe. Both work on the same principle, and Dr Taskeen assesses your history and the area first, then selects and doses the one she judges appropriate.
03 How fat dissolving injections work
The compound is injected into the fat layer, where it disrupts the fat-cell membranes. Over the following weeks, the body gradually clears the released contents through its natural processes. Because the cells themselves are removed rather than just shrunk, the area does not refill in the same way, provided your weight and lifestyle stay stable. Several sessions are usually needed, depending on the size of the area and the amount of fat present.
04 What to expect
Treatment is quick and done in the clinic. Mild swelling, tenderness or firmness in the treated area for a few days is normal as the body responds, and it settles on its own. You receive written aftercare before you leave, and results build gradually across the course rather than appearing overnight. Individual results vary.
05 Side effects and who should avoid
Fat dissolving injections are a medical treatment with real, expected effects. Most settle on their own, but you should know them before you book.
- Swelling, bruising, tenderness and firmness in the treated area, sometimes for one to two weeks
- Temporary numbness over the area as it settles
- For chin treatment, rarely a temporary unevenness of the smile if a nearby nerve is affected, which resolves with time
It is not suitable, or should be postponed, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have an active infection or broken skin in the area, have a bleeding disorder or take high-dose blood thinners, or are looking for general weight loss rather than treatment of a specific stubborn pocket. Dr Taskeen Iqbal reviews your history and examines the area in person, and will only treat where it is safe and appropriate. Individual results vary.
06 Why patients choose Dr Taskeen Iqbal
Dr Taskeen Iqbal is a Skin and Aesthetic Physician with an MBBS from Ayub Medical College and postgraduate training in aesthetic medicine, including an AACME Diploma and Advanced AAA Certification from the USA. She is registered with the PMDC and the Irish Medical Council.
Fat dissolving injections are offered only when they genuinely suit your goal. If your concern is better addressed another way, you will be told so honestly, with a realistic picture of what the treatment can achieve.
Fat dissolving injections, frequently asked
Fat dissolving injections contain a compound, typically deoxycholic acid, that breaks down the membranes of fat cells in a localised area. The body then clears the contents naturally over the following weeks, and the treated cells do not regenerate.
They are used for stubborn pockets such as a double chin, the lower abdomen, love handles, hips, the bra line, the inner thighs and the upper arms, allowing precise treatment of specific areas.
The treated fat cells do not regenerate, so the result is long-lasting once the area has settled, provided your weight and lifestyle stay stable. Individual results vary.
No. The treatment is local, not systemic, so it does not affect fat elsewhere. It is suitable for stubborn localised fat in patients who are otherwise close to their target body composition, not for general weight loss.
Several sessions are usually needed, depending on the size of the area and the amount of fat. The plan is set in consultation.
Mild swelling, tenderness or firmness in the treated area for a few days is normal as the body responds. You receive aftercare guidance before you leave.
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Bothered by a stubborn pocket of fat?
Book a consultation with Dr Taskeen Iqbal. She will assess the area honestly and tell you whether fat dissolving injections are the right approach for you.