Neck Bands form as a result of excessive downward pull by your neck muscle, brought on with ageing. This muscle, called the platysma, is a very large muscle encasing your neck. Neck Bands are most often seen in older, very thin women with low body fat. In more prominent cases Neck Bands can look like vertical ropes connecting the jaw to the chest.

How Are Neck Bands Treated?

Anti Wrinkle Muscle Relaxants can be used to relax Neck Bands and smooth out the ‘ropey’ appearance of your neck. Results are usually seen in a few days to a week and can last up to 3 or 4 months.

What Is A Nefertiti Lift?

A Nefertiti Lift involves addressing muscle pull along the jawline as well as the Neck Bands. By addressing the jawline and Neck Bands together using Anti Wrinkle Muscle Relaxants, Dr. Jodie can achieve significant lift throughout the lower face and neck.

What Is Involved In Treatment Of Neck Bands With Dr. Jodie In Melbourne?

After Dr. Jodie has thoroughly assessed your face and neck to see if you are a good candidate for treatment of your Neck Bands, she will apply ice to numb your treatment area, so that you are comfortable throughout. Dr. Jodie will ask you to pose so your Neck Bands stand out and then inject Anti Wrinkle Muscle Relaxant along the length of each band from the jawline down your neck using a tiny needle. Usually, two to four bands will be treated in one session. To complete the Nefertiti Lift, she will also inject a small area of your jawline where your neck muscle overlaps and causes downward pull on your lower face. Following the procedure, you can get on with your daily life, as there is no significant recovery time, apart from an occasional small neck bruise, which is usually coverable with concealer.

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ALL CONSULTATIONS AND TREATMENTS ARE CONDUCTED PERSONALLY BY DR. JODIE OR HER HAND-SELECTED, HIGHLY TRAINED STAFF, WHO ARE COMMITTED TO DR. JODIE'S APPROACH AND PHILOSOPHY, AS OUTLINED BELOW.

What Are Neck Bands?

There are two types of neck bands – those that are vertical in orientation and those that are horizontal. Most commonly, the term ‘neck bands’ in aesthetic medicine refers to the presence of vertical neck bands, but to optimise the appearance of your neck, it is worth considering both types.

Vertical neck bands are most commonly due to excessive downward pull by your neck muscle, called the platysma, which wraps around the front of your neck and your outer lower jawline. Vertical neck bands tend to be more obvious in older women with low body weight or in athletes who lift weights regularly, which activates the platysma muscle when straining. It is important not to confuse vertical neck bands from muscle with saggy neck skin due to skin laxity and ageing or rapid weight loss. In more prominent cases, vertical neck bands can look like vertical ropes connecting the jaw to the chest.

Horizontal neck bands can develop for a variety of reasons. Genetics and repeated changes in neck posture, particularly frequent downward movement such as looking at a phone or laptop (sometimes referred to as “tech neck”), may play a role. Fluctuations in weight can also contribute. These lines often become more noticeable as skin naturally loses firmness and elasticity with age, since skin laxity provides the conditions for lines to become more ingrained over time.

Beautiful necks have been admired throughout history, even as far back as the times of Nefertiti, the Queen of Ancient Egypt, who was revered for her elegant neck among other features. There is no question that a smooth neck, without obvious bands or signs of ageing, can add to a more rejuvenated appearance. At the same time, it is important to remember that lines and changes in the neck are a completely normal and natural part of ageing, something we all experience over time.

How Can Melbourne’s Dr. Jodie Clinic Help With Your Neck Band Concerns

At the Dr. Jodie clinic, we offer consultations on how to treat your neck bands, if they bother you.

Obviously, the different types of neck bands necessitate different types of treatment options, but there is some overlap. Most commonly, a combination approach will. be recommended by your Dr. Jodie clinician including medical treatments, skin care, skin peels, LED therapy, mono threads, Laser Genesis, Meso Microneedling and the Scarlet S Radio Frequency Microneedling.

Please note that any treatment that includes the use of schedule 4 medications cannot legally be advertised online, as directed by our governing body the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), so it is not a feature of our discussion here.

Your Dr. Jodie clinician will guide your plan in your consultation appointment, which is always your first step.

What Is Involved In Your Consultation At The Dr. Jodie Clinic For Neck Bands?

Your Dr. Jodie clinician will carefully assess your neck to determine if vertical neck bands or horizontal neck bands are your primary concern. Based on your medical history and a thorough clinical examination, she will recommend a course of action that is best suited to your needs. Your Dr. Jodie clinician will outline your treatment plan in detail, as well as the pros and cons of any recommended treatments, and any expected costs. At the Dr. Jodie clinic, we believe in informed medical and financial consent, so you will always know where you stand. Your active participation in the design of your treatment plan is welcome and there will be ample time to have all your questions answered. Your progress will also be documented with standardised clinical photography.

Tailored Approach To Neck Band Concerns With The Dr. Jodie Clinic In Melbourne

Your Dr. Jodie clinician will carefully assess your face and neck to determine whether you are a suitable candidate for treatment. Understanding the underlying cause of your neck bands is essential for guiding appropriate management options, as treatments differ depending on whether the concern stems from skin laxity or excessive muscle activity. In some situations, applying the wrong approach can worsen the issue, which is why thorough assessment and treatment selection are so important. At the Dr. Jodie clinic, your clinician will always avoid a ‘cookie cutter’ or ‘one size fits all’ approach. Instead, every treatment plan is personalised, taking into account your unique features, needs, and goals to ensure the most appropriate pathway is recommended.

Considered Cosmetic Care For Your Neck Band Concerns At Melbourne’s Dr. Jodie Clinic

Your Dr. Jodie clinician will take care to address your neck bands in a way that smooths their appearance without compromising your neck function. It is important that the outcome remains natural and well-functioning, so your neck retains its strength and your ability to hold up your head is unaffected. Equally, maintaining your speech, swallow, and smile is a key priority. At the Dr. Jodie clinic, every process is carried out with due care and with a focus on minimising risk. Treatment plans are always designed with your comfort and safety in mind, and improvements are expected to evolve gradually over the months that follow.

Visit The Dr. Jodie Clinic With Your Neck Band Concerns In Melbourne

Residents of Melbourne often associate the Dr. Jodie clinic with personalised care and thoughtful cosmetic treatments. From the comfort of her boutique clinic in Surrey Hills, you will be offered longer appointment times for assessment, discussion of treatment options, and careful delivery of treatments. When addressing neck band concerns, Dr. Jodie draws on more than 15 years of experience and uses up-to-date techniques to guide your treatment. As a national clinical trainer for a leading pharmaceutical company, she regularly educates other specialists, doctors, and nurses in the nuances of treatment. She has also worked alongside some of Melbourne’s leading dermatologists, building extensive knowledge in managing facial and skin changes. Dr. Jodie has hand-selected and personally trained her clinicians to ensure they provide care with the same considered approach and attention to detail that she values.

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