I have talked with a doctor about using Botox on these which he calls platysmal bands. They seem to come and go particularly when I lose weight. I have an underlying condition of the thyroid that causes me to lose weight. I am only 38 and When I talk the two in the front are moving, so it looks like they are firm. I don't know what to do? Do you recommend a surgery for this? Thank you!
Answer: Platysmal Bands and noninvasive vs surgical treatment. If Platysmal bands are your only concern, a neuromodulator is not a bad option. The problem is that this can get very expensive if you repeat every 2-3 months. If your neck silhouette is lax and you have other facial findings then I would combine the surgical treatment of these bands with a facelift. If you want to soley address your neck, a sub mental incision can be placed (underneath the chin) and the neck and floor of mouth can be tightened while directly addressing these bands with transection and imbrication. I hope this helps!All the best,Rian A. Maercks M.D.
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Answer: Platysmal Bands and noninvasive vs surgical treatment. If Platysmal bands are your only concern, a neuromodulator is not a bad option. The problem is that this can get very expensive if you repeat every 2-3 months. If your neck silhouette is lax and you have other facial findings then I would combine the surgical treatment of these bands with a facelift. If you want to soley address your neck, a sub mental incision can be placed (underneath the chin) and the neck and floor of mouth can be tightened while directly addressing these bands with transection and imbrication. I hope this helps!All the best,Rian A. Maercks M.D.
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Answer: Necklift: do i need a surgery for this? hello iglowgirl A necklift is a surgical or non-surgical procedure designed to smooth out these wrinkles and folds that occur with age by tightening the tissues that lie beneath the skin and removing extra skin around the neck and jawline. Necklifting methods are tailored to each patient to give their desired youthful result, reversing the visual effects of the aging process. #options #platysmal
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Answer: Necklift: do i need a surgery for this? hello iglowgirl A necklift is a surgical or non-surgical procedure designed to smooth out these wrinkles and folds that occur with age by tightening the tissues that lie beneath the skin and removing extra skin around the neck and jawline. Necklifting methods are tailored to each patient to give their desired youthful result, reversing the visual effects of the aging process. #options #platysmal
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May 19, 2018
Answer: Platysmaplasty Best For Strong Neck Bands Your platysmal bands are significant and I doubt that you will be satisfied with botox which will only work for a few months at a time. A platysmaplasty and neck lift seems to be indicated based on your photos. See below link for more details.
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May 19, 2018
Answer: Platysmaplasty Best For Strong Neck Bands Your platysmal bands are significant and I doubt that you will be satisfied with botox which will only work for a few months at a time. A platysmaplasty and neck lift seems to be indicated based on your photos. See below link for more details.
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May 19, 2018
Answer: Options for management of neckbands ( platysma bands ) Neckbands or platysma bands can create concern to patients
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May 19, 2018
Answer: Options for management of neckbands ( platysma bands ) Neckbands or platysma bands can create concern to patients
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January 3, 2015
Answer: Treating platysmal bands. There is almost no downside to treating your platysmal bands with Botox to see how much better the appearance can be with this non-invasive modality.. If Botox corrects this enough then you can repeat it every 3-4 months to maintain the effect. If Botox does not correct this sufficiently, you may consider a neck lift, where the bands can be treated surgically and likely will give you a excellent neck contour for years to come. Best to discuss this in person with a board certified plastic surgeon of your choosing.
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January 3, 2015
Answer: Treating platysmal bands. There is almost no downside to treating your platysmal bands with Botox to see how much better the appearance can be with this non-invasive modality.. If Botox corrects this enough then you can repeat it every 3-4 months to maintain the effect. If Botox does not correct this sufficiently, you may consider a neck lift, where the bands can be treated surgically and likely will give you a excellent neck contour for years to come. Best to discuss this in person with a board certified plastic surgeon of your choosing.
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December 31, 2014
Answer: Do I need surgery for this? Platysmal bands? There are two options for platysmal banding: Botox or a neck lift procedure that addressing the platysmal bands.At 38, and with minimal skin laxity, trying Botox maybe an effective, non-surgical treatment option for you.The attached link provides more information and the results of Botox to the neck.I hope this helps.
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December 31, 2014
Answer: Do I need surgery for this? Platysmal bands? There are two options for platysmal banding: Botox or a neck lift procedure that addressing the platysmal bands.At 38, and with minimal skin laxity, trying Botox maybe an effective, non-surgical treatment option for you.The attached link provides more information and the results of Botox to the neck.I hope this helps.
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