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Activities of the Agora Working Groups
Spaces for discussion and scientific study dedicated to aesthetic medicine and its main areas of development.
Each group, coordinated by leading professionals, conducts targeted research and review activities, with the goal of producing guidelines, shared protocols, and scientific contributions useful for clinical practice and the growth of the medical community.
Among the most recent activities, the groups have initiated systematic bibliographic reviews on PubMed, selecting relevant articles and studies to build an updated and shared knowledge base. At the same time, work continues on drafting scientific articles and developing practical and informative tools, such as informed consent forms specific to the various application areas.
The groups' collaborative work helps promote responsible aesthetic medicine, based on scientific evidence, good clinical practices, and attention to the legal aspects governing professional practice.
Focus Group “Dermocosmetics”
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Belmontesi Magda
Members: Talerico Eleonora, Villa Francesca
The "Dermocosmetics" Focus Group carries out scientific work dedicated to defining shared guidelines and protocols, with the aim of integrating dermocosmetology into aesthetic medicine pathways in a structured, effective manner, supported by scientific literature.
Among the group's activities is a review of the scientific literature on PubMed, aimed at identifying and cataloging the most significant articles on dermocosmetology and aesthetic medicine, indicating for each whether they are available in open access or locked format.
Furthermore, two scientific articles have been written by members of the team, which represent the first concrete results of the shared research work:
1)“Peri-procedural dermocosmetic protocol combined with EBD (energy-based devices) treatment: literature review”
This paper presents a systematic review of the literature on the use of home dermocosmetic protocols in conjunction with outpatient treatments using energy-based devices (EBD). The objective is to analyze the most effective pre- and post-procedural strategies for reducing downtime, adverse effects, and complications.
2)“The role of dermocosmetics in the management of rosacea: an up-to-date”
This paper reviews the literature from the last ten years on the role of dermocosmetics in the management of rosacea, with references to its definition, etiopathogenesis, and current pharmacological treatments.
The aim of this study is to outline a dermocosmetic support protocol capable of integrating and optimizing the overall clinical management of the disease.
The "Dermocosmetics" Working Group represents a concrete example of Agorà's commitment to promoting scientifically sound aesthetic medicine, based on up-to-date evidence and protocols shared by industry experts.
Focus Group "Restorative Aesthetic Medicine" Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Papagni Marco
Members: Baldessin Monica, Cordovana Andrea, Lazzari Riccardo, Redaelli Carolina, Renga Monica, Tamburlin Nadia
The "Restorative Aesthetic Medicine" Focus Group was created to explore the role of aesthetic medicine in the recovery and rehabilitation of body image and psychophysical well-being, particularly in cancer patients or those undergoing invasive treatments.
The group aims to define shared protocols, safe procedures, and specific evaluation tools to promote an ethical and scientifically based approach to restorative aesthetic medicine.
*Publication of the review of the HELP project* which will represent a starting point for the launch of scientific activities.
In parallel, a skin toxicity scale for oncology patients undergoing aesthetic treatments is being developed . This tool will serve as a benchmark for assessing the safety and skin tolerability of injection and regenerative procedures, laying the foundation for future clinical validation and application in professional practice.
The "Restorative Aesthetic Medicine" Focus Group aims to contribute to the definition of new standards of safety and clinical appropriateness, promoting an aesthetic medicine aimed at improving the patient's quality of life.
Focus Group “Lasers and Energy-Based Devices (EBD)”
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Lazzari Riccardo
Members: Berloco Lidia, Depalo Francesca Carmela, Papa Lucia, Scarcella Giuseppe, Vitale Massimo.
The "Laser and EBD" Focus Group brings together professionals with experience in the field of energy technologies applied to aesthetic medicine, with the aim of systematically analyzing the efficacy, safety, and appropriateness of use of the various technological platforms available today.
The working group is dividing the topics into macro-categories to make the literature and clinical review more effective and consistent, taking into account the various laser technologies currently available. This approach will allow for the development of future reference protocols for the proper use of lasers and energy devices in various treatment areas.
In the context of legal activities, the new informed consent model for non-ablative fractional laser treatments has recently been defined - New Informed Consent Model NON-ABLATIVE FRACTIONAL Laser - 2025.
The “Laser and EBD” Focus Group represents an important step towards the standardization of energy-based procedures, promoting the conscious and safe use of technologies to support modern aesthetic medicine.
Focus Group "Biostimulation, Biorestructuring, and Peeling"
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Mariotti Mario
Members: Chiaranda Ilaria, Curri Andrea, Tamburlin Nadia, Triulzi Marina
The "Biostimulation, Biorestructuring, and Peeling" Focus Group focuses its scientific activity on analyzing the biological mechanisms and clinical protocols underlying regenerative treatments in aesthetic medicine, with the aim of identifying effective and safe approaches for improving skin quality.
Biostimulation, biorestructuring, and chemical peeling represent three complementary strategies that aim to promote tissue regeneration and renewal through different but synergistic mechanisms.
As a topic of study, the group has chosen to focus on adipose tissue biorestructuring, an emerging topic that represents a significant frontier in modern aesthetic medicine. The aim of this study is to develop a literature review highlighting the most effective biorestructuring techniques and strategies, with the aim of providing a useful contribution to the scientific community and daily clinical practice.
A new informed consent form for revitalization and biorestructuring treatments has been developed, which will be used as an operational tool to support professional practice.
Focus Group "Complications"
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Papagni Marco
Members: Belletti Stefania, Caboni Silvia, Cavallini Maurizio, Cordovana Andrea, Lazzari Riccardo
The "Complications" Focus Group is dedicated to the study, prevention, and management of adverse reactions related to aesthetic medicine treatments, with the aim of promoting increasingly safe clinical practice based on up-to-date scientific evidence.
The group recently completed a narrative review of the literature on the use of hyaluronidase in aesthetic medicine , entitled “Hyaluronidase use in aesthetic medicine: formulations, safety, and clinical practice”.
The review analyzes the different available formulations, their safety profiles, and the clinical use of the enzyme, outlining useful recommendations for the management of complications related to hyaluronic acid-based fillers. The work is currently undergoing editorial review prior to publication and will subsequently be shared with Agorà members through a dedicated communication.
The new HYALURONIDASE informed consent model has also been defined, used as a protocol for correct emergency management procedures.
The "Complications" Focus Group represents a point of reference for the dissemination of safer, more informed aesthetic medicine, oriented towards the prevention of clinical risks, in the interests of the physician and the protection of the patient.
Focus Group "Therapies for the Body"
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Raffaella Sommariva
Members: Crabai Piero, Dell'Avanzato Roberto, Luni Massimo, Rosalba Russo Paola, Toschi Stefano, Triulzi Marina
The "Body Therapies" Focus Group aims to explore therapeutic strategies and technological innovations aimed at body reshaping, improving tissue quality, and improving the patient's overall well-being.
The group's goal is to analyze, systematize, and compare different treatment methods, promoting an integrated, evidence-based approach to the main areas of the body.
The group chose to begin its activities with a focus on the arm region, an anatomical area often underrepresented in scientific literature, yet of great clinical interest due to the variety of treatable conditions and the high demand for aesthetic procedures. This choice arose from the need to address the lack of structured clinical classifications and systematically organize the therapeutic techniques and protocols currently available, with the goal of building a knowledge base useful for clinical practice and scientific research.
Among the legal activities within the group, the New Informed Consent Model for intradermotherapy treatments was defined.
The “Body Therapies” Focus Group aims to contribute to the development of shared protocols and tools that promote personalized, effective, and safe body treatments , with a view to aesthetic harmony and improving the patient's psychophysical well-being.
Focus Group "Anti-Aging Medicine" - Interdisciplinary Group
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Tamburlin Nadia
Members: Bianchi Silvia, Borromeo Chiara, Focchi Sibilla, Mariotti Mario, Minci Monica, Sarti Alessandra.
The "Anti-Aging Medicine" Focus Group brings together professionals from various disciplines with the aim of promoting an integrated and scientifically based approach to aging, based on prevention, cellular regeneration, and the maintenance of the patient's overall health.
The group's activity focuses on the study of systemic and regenerative therapeutic strategies that act on the biological mechanisms of aging, with particular attention to the role of cellular metabolism and mitochondrial function.
Among the works already developed, Dr. Silvia Bianchi has prepared a review of intravenous anti-aging therapy based on the use of NAD⁺ and glutathione, examining its mechanisms of action, potential clinical benefits, and possible synergistic applications in aesthetic medicine.
Work reviewed internally and soon published as an article on the Agorà Blog.
In parallel, the group discussed new research avenues in regenerative medicine, with particular interest in next-generation molecules capable of supporting mitochondrial function and cellular bioenergetics.
Finally, a first informed consent model for IV Therapy was defined, in order to be shared as an operational reference for the safe and compliant application of intravenous therapy in aesthetic medicine.
The "Anti-Aging Medicine" Focus Group aims to promote the spread of preventative, personalized, and interdisciplinary aesthetic medicine, aimed at promoting cellular longevity, psychophysical well-being, and patient quality of life.
Focus Group “Ultrasound”
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Stefania Belletti
Members: Barletta Marianna, Balzarini Barbara, Bevilacqua Emanuele, Bonizzoni Emilio, Flenda Federica, Gifuni Licia, Maniglio Marina, Rosanna Amelia, Zennaro Lorenzo.
The "Ultrasound" Focus Group aims to deepen and standardize the use of ultrasound in aesthetic medicine, promoting informed and evidence-based use, which helps improve the safety, precision, and traceability of procedures.
The group conducted a preliminary bibliographic analysis aimed at the application of ultrasound in aesthetic medicine, identifying 99 scientific articles currently being reviewed by Agorà, with the aim of creating a structured, multi-author review that offers an overall vision of the diagnostic and procedural use of ultrasound, while providing shared operational guidelines and directions for the development of standardized protocols to support clinical practice.
Focus Group "Regenerative Medicine"
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Cavallini Maurizio
Members: Bianchi Silvia, Claysset Barbara, Chittano Congedo Emanuele, Lazzari Riccardo, Renga Monica, Sommariva Raffaella.
The “Regenerative Medicine” Focus Group brings together professionals committed to the study and development of the latest tissue regeneration techniques applied to aesthetic medicine, with the aim of promoting a clinical practice based on solid scientific evidence and shared protocols.
In recent activities, the group has completed a literature review of the main regenerative medicine techniques, with the aim of highlighting their biological bases, clinical applications and documented results.
This review represents a particularly significant contribution to the scientific community and will be shared with Agorà members through this newsletter, as a tool for updating and scientific discussion.
In 2025, an article dedicated to the topic “What does Regenerative Medicine mean” was also submitted, currently under editorial review and soon to be published in the Agorà Journal.
In view of the next annual publication (2026), the group has identified exosomes as a priority topic for further study, considered one of the most promising frontiers of regenerative medicine due to their potential role in cell communication and tissue repair processes.
Legal Activities: The Informed Consent for needling treatments has been updated. Currently, no other consent forms are under review or approval.
The "Regenerative Medicine" Focus Group thus confirms its role as a point of reference for the dissemination of aesthetic medicine oriented towards regeneration, safety, and therapeutic innovation, in line with Agorà's scientific mission.
Focus Group "Injectables for the Face"
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Piersini Patrizia
Members: Di Gregorio Carlo, Gritti Alessandro, Salti Giovanni, Sommariva Raffaella, Kefalas Nicola, Zazzaron Michela
The "Facial Injectables" Focus Group was created with the aim of deepening and updating knowledge on the materials and injection techniques used for facial treatment, with particular attention to the safety, efficacy, and appropriateness of the procedures.
The group aims to promote the sharing of clinical protocols, practical experiences, and bibliographic references to promote a scientifically based and informed approach to the use of fillers and biostimulants.
A literature review on ASIA Syndrome, prepared by two members of the group, is currently being finalized. The document, currently undergoing internal review by Agorà, will soon be published as a further scientific contribution.
*Informed consent forms for treatments with hyaluronic acid and calcium hydroxyapatite fillers are currently being developed. Once completed, they will be included in the dedicated section of the newsletter and shared with members as an operational reference.*
Focus Group “Botulinum Toxin”
Agorà, Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine
Coordinator: Renga Monica
Members: Davide Balmativola, Antonio Currà, Alessandro Lozza, Marco Papagni, Patrizia Piersini
The "Botulinum Toxin" Focus Group aims to explore the clinical, functional, and morphological use of botulinum toxin in aesthetic medicine, with the goal of promoting increasingly safe, personalized use based on solid scientific evidence.
The group has identified as a topic for further study an analysis dedicated to the anatomical, histological, ultrastructural and functional differences between mimic and masticatory muscles, with the aim of carrying out a scientific review that highlights the different therapeutic objectives and the most appropriate injection protocols for each muscle district.
The informed consent form for Botulinum Toxin is currently being developed. Once completed, the document will be included in the newsletter and shared with members as an operational reference for clinical practice.
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