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 are due to multiple factors, such as genetics and repeated changes in your neck posture, especially frequently looking down at your smart phone. Regardless, ingrained lines such as horizontal neck bands, wouldn’t form without skin laxity from ageing or sudden changes in weight.

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 perfect neck, among other things. There is no question that a smooth neck, lacking in obvious band or signs of ageing, can add to a more youthful appearance and refreshed look.

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.

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, 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 ensure that you are an appropriate candidate for treatment. Understanding the cause of your neck bands is essential for correctly directing your management options. Neck bands due to saggy skin demand a different treatment from neck bands due to excessive muscle pull. In some cases, the wrong treatment may worsen the issue. This is why it is imperative that your clinician has experience and knowledge in proper assessment and treatment selection. At the Dr. Jodie clinic, you can feel confident that she will choose and deliver the most appropriate treatment for you. She will never apply a ‘cookie cutter’ or ‘one size fits all’ approach to your neck concerns. A personalised plan based on your unique needs will always be relied upon.

Refershed Focus For Your Neck Band Concerns At Melbourne’s Dr. Jodie Clinic

Your Dr. Jodie clinician will ensure that you achieve a smooth result without compromising your neck function when addressing your neck bands. It is important to achieve a normal and well functioning outcome that does not affect the strength of your neck and your ability to hold up your head! Equally, it is important that your speech, swallow, and smile remain unaffected. You can feel reassured that your Dr. Jodie clinician will take the time to ensure that all processes are carried out with due care and a view to risk minimisation. At the Dr. Jodie clinic, you can confidently enjoy a smoother looking neck with a more attractive profile over the ensuing months of treatment.

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

Residents of Melbourne know that Dr. Jodie’s name is synonymous with personalised care and quality cosmetic treatments. From the comfort of her boutique clinic in Surrey Hills, you will have longer appointment times for assessment, explanation of the treatment process and for treatment itself. When treating your neck bands, Dr. Jodie uses the latest treatments and techniques to ensure that you achieve your desired result. As a national clinical trainer for a leading pharmaceutical company, she is sought after to educate other specialists, doctors, and nurses in the art of treatment, so you too can feel confident in her skillset. She has worked alongside Melbourne’s leading dermatologists and has the knowledge and experience to help you improve the appearance of your neck, as well as the rest of your face and skin quality. Dr. Jodie has trained all her clinicians to operate with the same high level of care so you can feel confident in the management you receive at the Dr. Jodie clinic.

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