Platysmal Band
Pronunciation: plah-TIZ-mal
A visible vertical cord on the neck caused by laxity and hypertrophy of the platysma muscle, frequently treated with neuromodulators in a technique known as the Nefertiti lift.
Full Definition
The platysma is a broad, thin muscle spanning the anterior neck and lower face, and its medial edges can become prominent with age and muscle hyperactivity, forming platysmal bands. In cosmetic dermatology editorial content, this term appears in treatment guides, patient information leaflets, and peer-reviewed outcome studies. Editors should note the correct adjective is 'platysmal' (not 'platysman' or 'platysmic'). The plural 'platysmal bands' is standard, as the bands typically appear symmetrically. The term is closely associated with the 'Nefertiti lift,' a non-surgical neck-contouring technique that editors may encounter in aesthetic medicine publications.
Usage
Usage note: Use 'platysmal band' (adjectival form), not 'platysma band,' in clinical copy.