With autumn's arrival, the holiday season is starting to creep into our consciousness. If you're like us, you'll be spending lots of time with your friends and loved ones ... and that means selfies! In an era so defined by smartphone self-portraits, augmented reality apps like Snapchat can have a real impact on the way …
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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.
Category Archives: Plastic Surgery
What do the winter holidays mean to you? For some, winter is an important time of year to catch up and connect with family and friends. For others, it's a time of reflection—to think back on the year and plan for the future. Paired with the cooler air and time off work, these personal motivations …
Read MoreA facelift at my Los Angeles plastic surgery center can take years off your appearance and help you feel more confident. However, getting the procedure is more than just showing up on your surgery date. There are important steps you must take before you get to enjoy your results. Before Your Facelift Stop smoking. If …
Read MoreDisappointing results or complications following cosmetic plastic surgery can leave patients feeling frustrated and helpless. Women and men who come to my Los Angeles plastic surgery practice seeking to correct unsatisfactory outcomes provided by another surgeon are understandably anxious about having another operation. That's why I provide them with details about how a revision procedure, …
Read MoreAs a plastic surgeon, I pride myself on providing optimal care to patients undergoing all sorts of aesthetic procedures, including surgery after weight loss, here in my Los Angeles-area practice. Being located in a major metropolitan area, especially one that doubles as a large tourist destination, means I see plenty of patients from other states …
Read MoreIf you're considering a plastic surgery procedure, you may find that talking to someone who's been there is a wonderful way to learn the details of your surgery from a patient's perspective. My past facelift patient, Los Angeles-area resident Allison, has graciously agreed to answer a few questions about her experience. Q: When did you first consider …
Read MoreAs I always tell my Los Angeles plastic surgery patients, the initial consultation is arguably the most important part of the process. It's a time for you to make sure the surgeon's goals align with your own and to evaluate the person who may be reshaping your face, body, or breasts, so it's important to …
Read MorePatients ask us questions all the time, usually about the results they can expect and the plastic surgery experience itself. What many people overlook is what to expect after surgery, specifically the handy items that can make your recovery so much easier. These items run the gamut from medical necessities to creature comforts. If you …
Read MoreThe holiday season is well-known for being the time of year when Americans spend the most money shopping. But holiday spending sprees these days extend to more than electronics and clothing; as it turns out, this is also the time of year that they spend the most money on cosmetic surgery. There are two main …
Read MoreMany people desire to have a more shapely body with slimmed contours, but diet and exercise alone has not given them the results they want. With the Brazilian Butt Lift, Dr. Stoker uses a technique that allows patients to look forward to not only a perkier behind, but also, a reduction of fat in unwanted …
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