01
Check the cause
Discuss the area that concerns you, previous treatments, medication and allergies.
DMTC CLINIC · INJECTABLE TREATMENTS / 04Find the cause first.
Fat-dissolving injections
Find the cause first.
Then consider the injection.
Fat-dissolving injections are considered for localised areas of fat, such as the jawline or a double chin. Sagging, swelling, muscle or bone structure may call for a different treatment, so the cause is checked at consultation. Treatment is performed by a doctor.
01 / About this treatment
Fat-dissolving injections
Fat-dissolving injections are considered for localised fullness caused by fat. They are not a weight-loss treatment, and results vary between individuals. At DMTC, fat-dissolving injections are performed by a doctor.
Treatment areas
A concern does not automatically make this treatment suitable. A doctor checks whether the fullness is caused by fat, sagging or bone structure, and may suggest another option or no treatment.
Jawline
Double chin
Cheeks
Abdomen
Upper arms
Thighs
Waist & flanks
02 / Our approach
Our approach
02
Plan the treatment
The doctor decides the amount for each session based on the area and examination. We recommend four or more sessions, spaced two weeks to one month apart.
03
Injections by a doctor
If you agree to the plan and cost, the doctor performs the injections. Changes are usually reviewed about one month later.
03 / Product & price
Reference price
The amount below is taken from the current public price list. The total depends on the area, amount and number of sessions decided at consultation.
| Product | Amount | Special price (tax incl.) | Regular price (tax incl.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deolipo | 1 vial (8 mL) | ¥16,800 | ¥40,000 |
Japanese yen, tax included. No additional fees, such as anaesthesia, are charged. Available at Nihonbashi, Shibuya and Omiya.
Price source: DMTC official price list / checked 16 October 2026
YOUR VISIT
From consultation to aftercare
01
Before your visit
Confirm your clinic, preferred date and available language support.
02
Consultation & cost
Discuss suitability, risks, the treatment plan and fees with the clinic. Treatment may be declined if it is not suitable.
03
Treatment & aftercare
The treatment takes about 30 minutes. Swelling, redness, warmth, tightness or bruising may last from a few days to about a week, and sometimes longer.
04 / IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Risks & considerations
Pain, redness, swelling, bruising, warmth and tightness can occur at the injection site. Lumps or firmness may persist, and infection, scarring or irregularities of the skin may occur. For another product with the same main ingredient (deoxycholic acid), the US authority added warnings about nerve or muscle problems and long-lasting lumps when used outside the area under the chin. These are not results for Deolipo itself, but the area and amount are decided carefully at consultation.
People who are allergic to the product cannot receive this treatment. Tell the doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding, allergies, medication, infection or inflammation at the planned area, medical conditions and previous injections.
About the product (unapproved in Japan)
This is a self-funded treatment and is not covered by public health insurance. Deolipo is a medicine that is not approved in Japan. It contains 0.5% deoxycholic acid as its main ingredient, with L-carnitine and artichoke extract.
How it is obtained: each clinic's doctor imports it personally through an import agent (VALIQUE).
Approved alternatives in Japan: there is no fat-dissolving injection containing deoxycholic acid as its main ingredient that is approved in Japan.
Overseas safety information: another product with the same main ingredient (such as Kybella) is approved in the United States for fat under the chin in adults. Deolipo itself is not approved there. The US authority has warned that infection, scarring and skin deformity have been reported with unapproved fat-dissolving injections.
Relief system: because it is an unapproved medicine, serious side effects are not covered by Japan's Relief System for Sufferers from Adverse Drug Reactions.
Reference information
These sources provide general safety information. Overseas approval is not equivalent to Japanese approval.
FDA · Fat-dissolving injections that are not FDA approved FDA · Kybella (deoxycholic acid) safety information DMTC · Official price list (Japanese)BEFORE YOU BOOK
Questions & answers
Will I see a change after one session?
Results vary, and one session does not guarantee the change you want. We recommend four or more sessions, spaced two weeks to one month apart. Check whether continued treatment is needed and what it will cost.
How much swelling should I expect?
Swelling, warmth or tightness may occur after injection. A few days to about a week is typical, but it can last longer depending on the area and amount.
Who performs the treatment?
Fat-dissolving injections are performed by a doctor. Counselling may be provided by staff other than the doctor.
Will I lose weight?
No. This is not a weight-loss treatment. It is considered for localised fullness caused by fat in the injected area.
How is it different from botulinum toxin?
If a wide jaw is caused by muscle, botulinum toxin may be considered; if it is caused by fat, fat-dissolving injections may be considered. The causes can overlap, so the doctor checks at consultation.
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