Neck Bands Consultation Melbourne, Oakleigh

Neck bands, or platysmal bands, are the vertical cords that become visible on the neck either during expression or at rest as age-related changes progress. A neck bands consultation at Core Aesthetics is focused on assessing the platysma muscle and determining whether injectable anti-wrinkle treatment is appropriate for your individual neck anatomy and the degree of banding you are experiencing.

All consultations at Core Aesthetics are conducted by Corey Anderson, AHPRA registered nurse (NMW0001047575, registered since January 1996), the sole treating practitioner at the clinic.

What Causes Neck Bands

The platysma is a broad, thin muscle that covers much of the neck and extends upward into the lower face. It contracts during certain expressions such as grimacing or straining. With age, as the platysma loses tone and the overlying skin loses elasticity, the muscle borders can become visible as prominent vertical cords even at rest. These are the platysmal bands. Their visibility varies considerably between individuals and is influenced by both anatomy and the degree of age-related change.

Anti-wrinkle injectable treatment of the platysma temporarily reduces its contraction force, which can reduce the prominence of the bands in suitable candidates. This treatment requires careful dosing and assessment because the platysma borders the neck anatomy, and preserving normal neck function during treatment is paramount.

Suitability Assessment

Not all platysmal banding is equally responsive to injectable treatment. Where banding is primarily dynamic (visible mainly during expression and less so at rest), the response to treatment is typically better than where significant static banding and skin laxity are the primary picture. Your practitioner will assess your neck anatomy, the degree and pattern of banding, and your skin quality honestly during the consultation. Where the degree of change exceeds what injectable treatment can meaningfully address, a surgical consultation may be suggested as a more appropriate pathway.

For a full overview of anti-wrinkle treatment areas at Core Aesthetics, see our anti-wrinkle treatments hub.

Located in Oakleigh, Serving Melbourne’s South East

Core Aesthetics is at 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166. Accessible from Carnegie, Chadstone, Murrumbeena, Huntingdale, Bentleigh and Clayton. Open Tuesday to Saturday by appointment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are neck bands?

Vertical cords on the neck created by the platysma muscle that become more prominent with expression or age-related muscle and skin changes.

Is injectable treatment effective for neck bands?

In suitable candidates yes. Suitability depends on the degree of banding, skin quality and anatomy. Your practitioner will assess this honestly during your consultation.

How do I book a neck bands consultation in Melbourne?

Book online via our booking page or call 0491 706 705. Core Aesthetics is at 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166. Open Tuesday to Saturday by appointment.