title: Radiofrequency waves with filling and peeling substances: An innovative minimally invasive technique for facial rejuvenation.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  This study describes a pivotal clinical trial of a new minimally invasive cosmetic procedure for facial rejuvenation and for the treatment of scars and wrinkles.
  
  
  METHODS
  The procedure consisted of a combination of techniques such as fillers, biorevitalization, peeling, and intradermal radiofrequency, emitted from a new device denominated by Spherofill Medical Plus (SMP; Spherofill MD, PromoItalia Group S.p.A., Pozzuoli, Italy), for treating cutaneous regeneration, depressions, and striae. One hundred and twelve patients, divided into five groups, were treated.
  
  
  RESULTS
  The results produced were statistically analyzed and resulted in significant and long-lasting effects for facial rejuvenation. Indeed, the analysis of the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale (GAIS) scores in the five groups demonstrated statistically significant results between 3 and 9 months after the treatments.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Evaluating the patients included in the study, it is possible to conclude that the treatment with SMP represents a safe and efficient solution for the treatment of wrinkles, acne lesions, striae, and of degenerated tissues caused by aging.
authors.affiliation: Promoitalia Group S.p.A., Pozzuoli, Naples, Italy.
authors.forename: Antonella
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Savoia
authors.forename: Fulvio
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Vannini
authors.forename: Alfonso
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Baldi