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The platysma is a broad, thin sheet of muscle that runs from your collarbone up to your jawline and lower face. As we age, this muscle becomes more prominent and pulls downward, creating the vertical “neck bands” or “tech neck cords” you see when speaking or tensing, and contributing to a sagging jawline.

Platysma Botox works by injecting small, precise doses of Botox directly into the platysma muscle along these bands. The Botox temporarily blocks the nerve signals that cause the muscle to contract, allowing it to relax. When the platysma relaxes, three things happen:

1. The vertical neck bands soften and smooth out as the muscle stops pulling
2. The jawline appears lifted because the platysma is no longer tugging it downward
3. The neck contour becomes more defined, restoring a more youthful neck-to-jaw transition

Most patients see results within 7-14 days, with full effects lasting 3-4 months. At Healthy Solutions Medspa, your medical provider uses an ultra-fine needle to place 25-60 units along the platysma bands, customized to your muscle strength and goals. The treatment takes about 15-20 minutes with no downtime.

Most patients need 25-60 units depending on muscle strength and band severity. At Healthy Solutions Medspa, your provider will assess your neck during consultation to recommend the right dosage for your goals

Botox at Healthy Solutions Medspa is $13.50 per unit for non-members, $11.50 per unit for VIP members. Total Botox treatment for the platysma bands can range from $300 to $486 depending on units needed.

Results for Botox for platysma bands can last 3-4 months, the same duration as facial Botox. Consistent treatments every 3-4 months can extend results over time as the platysma muscle weakens.

Platysma Botox and a neck lift treat the same area, which is the neck and jawline, but they’re very different procedures with different goals, costs, and recovery times.

Here’s how they compare:

Platysma Botox is a non-surgical, in-office treatment that uses Botox injections to relax the platysma muscle. It smooths vertical neck bands and softens the jawline by stopping the muscle from pulling down. Results appear within 1-2 weeks and last 3-4 months. There’s no downtime, no incisions, and no anesthesia. Treatment takes about 15-20 minutes and typically costs $287-$810 at Healthy Solutions Medspa, depending on units needed.

A neck lift is a surgical procedure performed by a plastic surgeon. It involves incisions behind the ears and under the chin to physically remove excess skin, tighten underlying muscle, and remove or reposition fat. Results are permanent (though aging continues), but recovery takes 2-4 weeks with significant bruising and swelling. Cost typically ranges from $8,000-$15,000, plus anesthesia and facility fees.

Which one is right for you?

Platysma Botox is the better choice if you:

Have mild to moderate neck banding caused by muscle activity
Have good skin elasticity (not significantly sagging or loose)
Want a non-surgical option with zero downtime
Want to “try” neck rejuvenation before committing to surgery
Are in your 30s, 40s, or early 50s
A neck lift may be more appropriate if you:

Have significant loose or sagging skin (not just muscle bands)
Have substantial fat deposits under the chin
Want permanent results
Are typically in your late 50s or older
Have already maximized non-surgical options
Many of our patients at Healthy Solutions Medspa start with platysma Botox in their 40s and 50s as a long-term anti-aging strategy. Consistent treatment every 3-4 months can delay the need for surgical intervention by years, and for patients with good skin quality, it may eliminate the need entirely.

To find out which approach is right for you, schedule a consultation at Healthy Solutions Medspa by calling us at (267) 388-0300 .

There is no downtime for Botox for the platysma bands, normal activities are ok. Avoid lying flat for 4 hours.