Dr. David Stoker's Blog

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Arm Liposuction or Arm Lift Surgery: Which Procedure Is Right for You?

As a board-certified plastic surgeon and body contouring specialist, I've helped countless patients achieve sleeker, more toned arms, whether their primary concerns were excess skin, excess fat, or a combination of both. In this blog post, I will cover the differences between arm lift surgery and arm liposuction to help you decide which procedure is …

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Bikini Body Lift FAQ: Your Real Questions Answered

There is a version of body contouring that announces itself — excess tension, unnatural contours, scars that migrate into plain view. And then there is the work Dr. David Stoker has spent more than two decades refining: results that look as though your body simply arrived at its best self. That distinction is not accidental. …

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Working With Asian Plastic Surgery Patients: A Personalized, Nuanced Approach

At my practice in Marina del Rey, I approach every patient as an individual. That includes tailoring treatment plans based on the unique anatomy of various ethnicities, including Asian patients. During my career, I’ve worked with women and men from across the global Asian community, including individuals from Japan, Korea, China, Singapore, Thailand, and throughout the …

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2026 Breast Implant Trends: What’s Popular With L.A. Women?

As a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, I have a unique vantage point on how aesthetic preferences evolve. With more than 20 years of experience, I know that breast augmentation trends don’t change overnight. In recent years, though, it's clear that more patients are choosing smaller breast implants that better fit their lifestyles. …

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