Dr Eranki: Ozempic’s unexpected side effect: the rise of the turkey neck generation

The global surge in Ozempic and other similar product use is reshaping more than waistlines, it's also reshaping faces and necks.
 

Experts are warning that rapid Ozempic-induced weight loss is leaving many people with a new cosmetic concern: the turkey neck.
 

What is Ozempic neck?
 

When weight is lost quickly, the fat that once supported the skin beneath the jawline and chin disappears faster than the skin can retract.
 

The result? Loose, sagging skin and visible banding around the neck a look now being dubbed Ozempic neck or turkey neck.
 

Dr Vivek Eranki, CEO of the Cosmetique franchise group, said the condition is becoming increasingly common across Australia.
 

"We're seeing a new aesthetic issue emerging as a by-product of rapid medical weight loss," Dr Eranki said.
 

"Patients are thrilled with their slimmer bodies but concerned about the loose, ageing appearance around the neck. The good news is, it doesn't have to stay that way and there are solutions that don't involve invasive and risky surgery.
 

"Cosmetic injectables is now the go to treatment for these types of issues."
 

Two treatment options
 

Dr Eranki explained that modern cosmetic injectables can effectively address this issue without surgery.
 

"If small fat pads remain under the chin or along the neck, practitioners can use Botox injections to relax the underlying muscle. This allows the skin to tighten and the neck to appear smoother and firmer," Dr Eranki said.

"If the fat pads are gone but loose skin remains, fat-dissolving injections are used to target any residual fatty tissue and tighten the surrounding skin, reducing sag and swing over time."
 

Dr Eranki emphasised that both treatments can be done during a lunch break and the effect is almost immediate.
 

"Both options can restore structure and contour," Dr Eranki said.
 

"The approach depends on whether there's fat left in the area or complete volume loss. Our goal is to re-establish firmness and definition without creating bulk."
 

A modern solution for a modern problem
 

Dr Eranki said the popularity of Ozempic and other medical weight-loss drugs has transformed cosmetic practice.
 

"We're treating people who have achieved incredible health results through weight loss but now need help refining and re-balancing their features," he said.
 

"Cosmetic injectables have become an important finishing touch, they complete the transformation and restore harmony to the face and neck."
 

Across South-East Queensland, Namrata Raiyani, registered nurse and franchise owner of Cosmetique Maroochydore, confirmed the same pattern.
 

"We're seeing more clients who have lost a lot of weight and want to firm the jawline or lift the neck," Raiyani said.
 

"Injectables give them a non-surgical way to tighten and tone so they can truly enjoy the results of their weight-loss journey."
 

About Dr Eranki
 

Dr Vivek Eranki is the CEO of Cosmetique. He holds qualifications in governance, finance, management and medicine and has an extensive track record as a CEO in the Health, Wellness and Personal Services industry. He has founded, scaled, and exited ventures across various sectors, including Allied Health, Occupational Health, General and Specialist Healthcare
 

Website: https://vivekeranki.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivekeranki
Twitter: @vivekeranki
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About Cosmetique
 
Cosmetique is Australia's First Accredited Cosmetic Clinic. With locations in Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia and New South Wales, they are home to some of Australasia's most skilled and experienced injectors. They are passionate about providing everyday Australians with exceptional cosmetic medical services to enhance their confidence and allow them to feel the way they deserve. Above all, they abide by the principles of professionalism and utmost care to ensure their patients experience the highest quality service and outcomes.  Their most sought-after treatments include lip fillers, dermal fillers and wrinkle relaxers.

In 2025 Cosmetique launched its national franchise program, marking a powerful new chapter in the brand's rapid growth and redefining what's possible in Australia's booming $1 billion cosmetic and aesthetic industry. With some 20 clinics currently operating across the country, Cosmetique is on track to open 30 by the end of 2025. This growth includes a mix of brand-new clinics and successful corporate locations transitioning to franchise ownership.

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