An Evaluation of the Effect of the Erchonia Laser for Non-invasive Reduction of Submental Fat

Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female 18 to 65 years of age, inclusive. * Submental and submandibular skin fold thickness \> 1cm (measured by caliper). * Subject agrees to maintain his/her weight (i.e., within 5%) by not making any major changes in diet or exercise routine during the course of the study. * Subject agrees to abstain from partaking in any treatment to promote body contouring and/or weight loss during the course of study participation. Such treatments include, but are not limited to: * over-the-counter and/or prescription medications; dietary/herbal supplements and appetite suppressants. * weight loss programs/diet plans. * surgical procedures for sculpting of the chin fat pad/weight loss, e.g. submental lipectomy, lap bands. * Subject has signed a written informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: * Evidence of any cause of enlargement in the submental area other than localized subcutaneous fat, such as swollen lymph nodes or ptotic submandibular glands. * Treatment with dermal fillers, radiofrequency or laser procedures, or chemical peels in the neck or chin area (below the mandible) within the past 6 months. * Botulinum toxin or other aesthetic drug injections within the neck or chin area (below the mandible) within the past 6 months. * History of a fat reduction procedure (e.g., liposuction, surgery, lipolytic agents, etc.) or implant in or adjacent to the area of intended treatment. * Any dermatological conditions, such as scars in the location of the treatment area that may interfere with the treatment or evaluation. * Active implanted device such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, or drug delivery system. * Pregnant or intending to become pregnant in the next 6 months. * Currently enrolled in a clinical study of an unapproved investigational drug or device.