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 …
Body contouring procedures are a great option if you're looking to enhance your physique and body proportions. However, not everyone is an ideal candidate for these surgeries. For example, a good mini tummy tuck candidate has different goals and physical characteristics than someone considering extensive plastic surgery after weight loss. Learn more about choosing the …
Losing significant weight is a remarkable accomplishment, whether you’ve made lifestyle changes, undergone bariatric surgery, or achieved success with GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic®. Putting the final touches on your physical transformation may include body contouring surgery to remove excess skin, such as a tummy tuck. In this blog post, I discuss the 'plus size' …
“Are people going to notice my scars?” That’s one of the first questions nearly all women and men considering facelift surgery ask during their consultations. Concerns about visible scars after a facelift are understandable, but fortunately also overstated. A skilled, board-certified plastic surgeon minimizes the scars’ visibility by meticulously placing incisions within the natural creases …
Flip through any glossy magazine or scroll through social media, and you're met with images of celebrities who, seemingly overnight, have reclaimed their svelte, pre-pregnancy bodies. For many, the question lingers: How do they do it? While it's easy to attribute these quick transformations to personal trainers or a stroke of genetic luck, there's often …
While most patients achieve a satisfying outcome from their initial facelift procedures, some may experience less-than-satisfactory results if an inexperienced or unqualified surgeon performs the procedure. If you're disappointed in your facelift results, you're not alone in this experience. I've encountered many patients who've faced the same predicament, and I've helped them achieve their desired …
Even if men aren't talking about plastic surgery, statistics tell the story—the number of men undergoing cosmetic surgery and nonsurgical treatments has steadily increased in the past 10 to 20 years. It's not a coincidence that selfies, dating apps, and video conference calls all became part of our social and professional lives during that same …
Achieving a natural yet enhanced breast appearance has become the hallmark of modern breast augmentation. As women today seek a harmonious, balanced appearance, overly augmented looks have fallen out of favor. In this blog post, I'll explore methods that achieve the sought-after look, focusing on natural breast augmentation with fat transfer and traditional implant options. …
As times change, so do aesthetic ideals. Men across Los Angeles increasingly opt for liposuction to achieve a chiseled look and heightened confidence. How does liposuction for men differ from liposuction for women? This blog post will discuss how Stoker Plastic Surgery tailors the procedure to the specific needs and goals of their male patients. …
While the idea of undergoing surgery can be intimidating, understanding the recovery journey helps ease your concerns so you can move forward with confidence. Below, we address healing after breast augmentation, including questions such as “How painful is breast augmentation recovery?” and topics related to driving, bathing, and traveling after surgery. Read on to learn …
A is a comprehensive cosmetic procedure that addresses the physical changes that pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding can bring. While its primary goal is to rejuvenate multiple areas of the patient’s body, the transformation often extends beyond the surface. In this blog post, we’ll explore the unexpected benefits of a Mommy Makeover, ranging from increased body …