Platysmal bands are vertical cords that appear on the neck and are caused by age-induced skin laxity and loss of muscle tone. These bands can cause sagging and other unsightly cosmetic issues, like a turkey neck.

Treating platysmal bands with botulinum toxin leads to reduced appearance of the platysma muscles by simply relaxing the neck muscles. The botulinum toxin injection paralyzes specific muscles in the neck allowing the skin to appear smoother and youthful without the need for surgical intervention.