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.
One of the most asked questions on RealSelf, a website that connects patients with board-certified plastic surgeons, comes from people who want to know if they need a mini or full tummy tuck. I hear the same questions at my Los Angeles plastic surgery practice. In many cases, I recommend a technique that isn't often …
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Thinking 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. …
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Browsing before-and-after photos is a huge part of the research prospective patients do while looking for the best surgeon to perform their tummy tuck. At my plastic surgery practice near Los Angeles, many of the women and men I treat are drawn in by the results they’ve seen me create on TV shows like The …
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For anyone considering a tummy tuck at my plastic surgery practice near Los Angeles, choosing the right time for surgery is a crucial part of the planning process. Selecting the right time in your life to have the procedure done will help you enjoy your results for as long as possible, keep your risks of …
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There is never a shortage of trends when it comes to the aesthetics field, and often the ones that get the most buzz are those that seem too good to be true. One such example is the so-called "C-tuck," which involves having a cesarean section immediately followed by a tummy tuck. At my Los Angeles …
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Tummy tucks are well-known for their ability to produce a toned, contoured stomach. But moving the skin and tightening muscle can have an unintended side effect: changing how your belly button looks. One of the easiest ways to spot a low-quality tummy tuck is an unnatural-looking bellybutton. Without attentive care and proper techniques, it can …
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Abdominal skin stretched by pregnancy rarely snaps back into place after having children. It can happen, especially for younger mothers whose skin still retains most of its elasticity. For most women, however, that loose skin remains even for people who dedicate themselves to eating right and working out. For some patients, I recommend a modified …
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Some of the most satisfying surgical procedures I perform involve body contouring, especially after patients have lost a significant amount of weight. Their dedication to making a personal transformation often includes consulting with some of the best plastic surgeons in Los Angeles, and I'm honored they choose me for this final step. Patients lose significant …
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