More of us than ever are working from home and participating in virtual meetings. Engaging socially via streaming platforms is also more popular than ever. Given all of the time you now spend on your webcam, we thought you would appreciate some helpful advice about how to look your best. Whether you're on Zoom, FaceTime, …
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Stoker Plastic Surgery: David Stoker, MD
4640 Admiralty Way #1000
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Phone: (310) 300-1779
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Yearly Archives: 2020
For people who regularly exercise at the gym or swim laps, the extended quarantine poses challenges for staying in shape. It's time to get a bit creative because exercise is more important than ever during these stressful times. And at Stoker Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles, we're concerned about our patients' overall wellness. In this …
Read MoreIf you're planning for cosmetic plastic surgery, either at our Los Angeles practice or elsewhere, being as healthy as possible before undergoing the procedure is an important goal. Being your healthiest self before plastic surgery, whether it's rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, a tummy tuck, or any other procedure, is important because it can help ease your …
Read MoreWe are excited to welcome you back to the practice effective immediately. Our appointments for both surgical and non-surgical services are quickly filling up. We encourage you to begin your journey with a Virtual Consultation or to email or call (310) 300-1779 to reserve your in-office appointment. We are adapting our scheduling process and extending …
Read MoreRapid technological advancements in aesthetics coupled with the spread of social media have led to an era of what seems like never-ending cosmetic trends. At our plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles, we often see patients who are interested in looks that have captured the public's imagination. That's fine, but we also counsel patients to …
Read MoreWithout question, men in Southern California feel pressure to maintain a youthful appearance that communicates masculinity. Aging takes its toll on the face, etching wrinkles and creating jowls that can make you look much older than you feel. Facelift surgery is one answer for Los Angeles men when performed by an experienced plastic surgeon who …
Read MoreA number of noninvasive or minimally invasive procedures promise improved neck contours: BOTOX® Cosmetic, KYBELLA®, liposuction, laser treatments, ultrasound energy treatments such as Ultherapy®, and the list goes on and on. Each procedure has unique benefits, and at my plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles, I can help determine if a nonsurgical treatment option is right …
Read MoreThinking about getting a tummy tuck? If so, you already know that the procedure improves the appearance of the abdomen by removing excess skin that often remains after pregnancy or other significant weight loss. But many tummy tuck patients at our plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles aren’t aware of the unexpected benefits of abdominoplasty. …
Read MoreAs 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 …
Read MoreIt’s the subject of hashtags on virtually every social media platform. If this is the first time you’ve heard of "Instagram face," the phrase describes a specific look created by nonsurgical cosmetic treatments such as filler and BOTOX® injections. At my Los Angeles, CA, practice, I hear patients ask about what types of treatments are needed for …
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