PLATYSMA

The platysma muscle, located in the neck region, is a superficial muscle originating in the deep layer of the skin, with fibers facing upwards and coming together to insert into the mandible and the corner of the mouth. While this muscle does not have essential mechanical functions, it can cause embarrassment in certain people as it is in this submental area that the first signs of aging will appear. In getting older, the number of fibers in this muscle, such as elastin and collagen, decreases. Thus, the role of the platysma muscle will be less important, affected by what we call the phenomenon of ptosis.