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Do Botox Injections Work on the Neck?
Can Botox be used on the neck? What is it good for?
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Botox injections are effective for neck bands
Botox is very effective at correcting the medial two bands of the neck, called platysmal bands. Of course, the injections are effective only when they are correctly placed into the platysma muscle.
The platysma muscle is very thin, and should be injected by physicians experienced with this area. The proper dosage should be used, and if the injections are improperly placed, complications with swallowing can occur. Choose your physician most carefully. Be well.
Dr. P
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Botox on the neck - Yes, but have an experienced injector
Botox can be used for platysmal bands of the neck, but be very cautious and pick someone who does this regularly, as there are some vital structures in the neck that must not be disturbed.
I would also recommend having a formal consultation with a plastic surgeon, as oftentimes Botox is not the answer, but rather a neck lift - this can give a very natural, durable result.
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Botox may help
Botox can flatten the neck folds that hang down if they're not too big. This makes a more sharp angle at the neck on profile which looks younger. It can also help diminish fine horizontal creases but Botox does not work as well on all patients...some may not get improvement. If the sight of your neck really bothers you then schedule a consultation with a Botox expert.
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Botox Cosmetic injections in the neck can be used to...
Botox Cosmetic injections in the neck can be used to soften platysmal bands or the turkey waddle in the neck. This is an off label use of the medication but can be safely done. Great caution must be used as injection in the neck area can lead to difficulty swallowing. This will resolve once the Botox Cosmetic has worn off but can result in the need for special feeding arrangements.
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Botox On Neck
Botox can be used on the neck to relax the vertical bands which are caused by the platysma muscle contracting. Botox does not correct the horizontal lines on the neck. I would recommend topical peels to help soften the horizontal lines.
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Botox works on the neck, forehead, and Crow's feet around eyes
For the right patient Botox is highly effective for the neck. If someone has deep cords Botox will minimize those almost immediately and make you look younger and less wrinkled. If the problem in the neck area is excess or hanging skin then Botox really will not be the solution. I have found Thermage builds collagen particularly in this area and can be used both as a treatment for sagging necks and as a maintenance in patients as well. It is important to find an experienced board...
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Do Botox Injections Work on the Neck
Botox injections work well on the medial platysmal bands of the neck. It is important to find a board certified physician who has experience in this area do perform the injections.
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Botox Neck Injections
Botox injections can work on the neck bands. However, you will need to have an experienced provider to avoid swallowing complications. Botox is commonly used around the eyes and forehead. Using Botox in the lower part of the face can lead to asymmetry.
"Dr.D"
Fayetteville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Botox for the Neck
Botox blocks nerve impulses and temporarily paralyzes muscles that cause wrinkles, providing a more youthful appearance. Botox is temporary—perfect for people who are not ready for more permanent forms of cosmetic enhancements. While typically used for the crow’s feet and frown lines, special refined techniques can be used to soften the lines of the neck. It’s important to make sure you go to a board-certified plastic surgeon who is experienced in proper injection...
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Botox in Neck
Botox can be used to treat platysmal bands. An experienced injector and proper patient selection are key to this use of botox.
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