Platysma Prominence: Review and Expert Analysis of Clinical Presentation, Burden, and Treatment Considerations.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Platysma prominence (PP) is a sign of aging in the lower face and neck characterized primarily by a blunting of the jawline and the presence of vertical banding along the anterior and posterior margins of the muscle on one or both sides of the neck. The aim of this review was to combine findings from the literature on topics relevant to PP with expert perspective to help guide clinical decision-making in assessment and treatment.

Methods

A review of the literature focusing on platysma muscle anatomy and function; PP signs, characteristics, causes, clinical severity, and aesthetic and psychosocial effects; and treatment options for PP was performed and summarized. Expert clinical perspectives of these findings elucidated from the authors' experience were used to de

SUBMITTER: Trindade de Almeida A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11798379 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature