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Integrating PLLA in a Treatment Strategy for Atrophic Acne Scars

Includes a Live Web Event on 03/18/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

When using PLLA for atrophic acne scars, potential complications include delayed nodules or papules from superficial placement, inflammatory flare-ups in patients with active acne, and uneven texture from overcorrection.

Lauren Gardstrom

MSN, APRN, NP-C, CANS

The Confidence Bar

A board-certified Nurse Practitioner through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and holds a BS in Health Sciences. Lauren is a skilled and compassionate Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist with 16 years of nursing experience. Lauren has a background in women’s health, pain management, biologic therapy, and family medicine. Lauren’s expertise in aesthetic procedures goes beyond simply administering treatments. She is deeply committed to fostering meaningful connections with her patients, understanding their unique needs, and providing personalized care. For Lauren, improving self-esteem and making a lasting impact on her patients' lives is just as important as their aesthetic results. "The precision, the attention to detail, and the satisfaction of knowing I’m helping my patients feel more confident in their own skin—that’s what excites me about this field,” Lauren shares. Lauren is also a respected educator in her field. Her ongoing dedication to professional growth through continued education ensures she remains at the forefront of advancements in aesthetic medicine. Always eager to refine her skills and knowledge, Lauren is driven by a passion for learning and a commitment to providing the best care possible.

Outside of work, you can find Lauren spending time with her husband and two young boys, who she says is her biggest successes in life.

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Integrating PLLA in a Treatment Strategy for Atrophic Acne Scars
03/18/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)  |  60 minutes
03/18/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)  |  60 minutes When using PLLA for atrophic acne scars, potential complications include delayed nodules or papules from superficial placement, inflammatory flare-ups in patients with active acne, and uneven texture from overcorrection.