Category Archives: Breast Augmentation

Dr. David Stoker

How ‘Rapid’ Is Rapid Recovery Breast Augmentation?

Consultations with breast augmentation patients at my Los Angeles practice always include a discussion about the recovery process. One of the questions I often hear—and that is asked frequently on sites such as RealSelf—is whether the "Rapid Recovery" technique really speeds up the pace of healing. I understand why potential patients may be skeptical. The …

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How Soon After Giving Birth Can I Get a Mommy Makeover? (Updated 2025)

The Mommy Makeover is a coveted procedure at my Los Angeles plastic surgery practice—for good reason. It offers women the option of combining multiple procedures in a single operation that addresses the physical toll taken by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. But many women wonder, "How soon after giving birth can I get a Mommy Makeover?" …

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What to Know Before You Get Breast Augmentation

Before getting breast augmentation, you should understand how your breasts will look and feel during early recovery, how implants may affect nipple sensation, how long implants last, and what you can do to prepare for surgery. You should also know that choosing the right implant involves much more than deciding how many cc's you want. …

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Which Breast Implant Shape Is Most Attractive?

The implants you select play a major role in achieving breast augmentation results that are not only attractive but also harmonious with your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals. Which breast implant shape is most attractive? The answer depends on you—your body, your lifestyle, and your vision for your results. In this blog post, I explore …

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Dr. David Stoker

Your Placement Options for Breast Implants

Breast augmentation is the number one cosmetic procedure in the United States. Though there were over 300,000 breast augmentations performed nationwide just last year, no 2 procedures are exactly alike. When women seek breast implants at my Los Angeles plastic surgery center, I customize the procedure to fit the patient’s specific needs. Implant size, shape, …

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Dr. David Stoker

Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, or Both?

It's a question we get often from our Los Angeles patients: Given my goals, should I get a breast augmentation or a breast lift? Every patient differs, of course, but here are some of my main recommendations when guiding patients to a decision. Consider What Each Procedure Can Do With a breast augmentation, your primary goal …

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Dr. David Stoker

High, Moderate, or Low Breast Implant Profile? The Sexier Side of Implants

Planning a breast augmentation procedure consists of making very important decisions. Whether you are adding breast volume, improving shape, or increasing size, you are bound to become more familiar with the procedure in your quest for beautiful breasts. One of the most important variables women need to become familiar with is breast implant profiles. Each …

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Dr. David Stoker

Breast Enhancement & Body Image

Body image and self-esteem directly influence one another. Having a positive body image is an essential part of having a healthy self-esteem. It is important to remember that your body is unique, and although plastic surgery should not be seen as a panacea for having a low self esteem, it is important to remember the …

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