Do Botox Injections Work on the Neck Bands?

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.

Botox can indeed reduce the two platysmal muscle bands in the neck. It takes some finesse and expertise to use Botox in this area, as misplacement of the neuromodulator could cause some problems with swallowing. The Botox can also provide a slight lift to the neck area.  It does not work for all patients.   I hope this helps.

Thank you for your question. Botox can be a very safe and effective way
in helping to soften the appearance of neck bands by relaxing the
muscles. I would recommend visiting with a board certified plastic
surgeon or dermatologist in your area to address your concern as it is
an advanced area to treat. And in addition, there may be alternatives
that can be used as a standalone or in conjunction with Botox to provide
an even more effective treatment.

Botox injections can improve the appearance of neck bands.  However, depending on the degree of skin laxity and other signs of facial aging, other treatments may be used instead of, or in addition to Botox injections. An experienced injector can tell you if this treatment is likely to be of benefit in your particular case.

 It's not
unusual for patients to develop platysmal bands during the facial aging process.
These bands occur because a separation exists in the midline between the paired
platysma muscles.   With aging
and the development of loose facial skin these muscles develop bands along
their inner borders.

The vast
majority of patients with platysma bands in the skin will require a facelift.
In some cases where platsyma bands are mild and patients hope to avoid a
facelift, botox may be used as a temporizing maneuver.

The treatment
of platysmal bands with botox requires a significant amount of technical skill.
When not performed correctly this procedure can result in difficult
swallowing.  It's therefore
important to perform a careful analysis of the neck before proceeding with botox
injections of platysma bands. Although this procedure is rarely indicated, in some cases it may yield excellent results.

Although
treatment with BOTOX® for neck bands is an off-label use, some patients do see
very nice results and enjoy a smoother look and feel after their appointment.
It’s important to only visit a highly skilled injector, as the platysma muscle
is quite thin and delicate. Also, injections in the neck have to be delivered
at a very precise depth, as there are many essential muscles in the area that
shouldn’t be disturbed. Finally, remember that BOTOX® isn’t going to improve loose
or hanging skin. A neck lift can be performed to address neck bands and skin
laxity simultaneously.

Botox injections are
effective at softening the neck bands (also known as platysmal bands). The
treatment can also be combined with a “Nefertiti Treatment”, which will improve
the definition of your jaw line and create a beautiful neck lift at the same
time!

Botox can work on neck bands with several caveats.  First of all, it must be used with caution as there are vital structures of the neck near responsible for swallowing and speech.  Secondly, botox can reduce the prominence of neck bands but does require a certain amount of units for an indefinite period of time.  Patients should weigh the pro's and con's of botox versus a more definitive solution such as platysmaplasty.  Finally, results with botox in the neck is much more minor than a surgery.  Botox is not a facelift in a bottle but can offer some improvement.

Botox can soften vertical neck bands or cords of platysma.  It is very useful in this area. Raffy Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Botox can sometimes be used to relax the neck muscles.Patients that have strong bands going up and down at the center of the neck and just to the side. Botox can relax those and become less noticeable. Is not common. The lines get less visible by paralyzing the muscle just under the lines. Also, by relaxing some muscles like next to the orbit, it will allow the forehead muscles to pull up the brow, getting a brow lift.

Botulinum toxins such as Botox or Dysport may be injected for wrinkles on the neck brought about my contraction of platysmal muscle bands. However, it is considered off-labelled indication, not officially approved by the F.D.A. I personally would advise against the procedure until we have a more define protocol as there have been reports of vocal cord alteration, difficulty of breathing, given the proximity of injections to those areas.