Dr. David Stoker
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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Even though women know pregnancy changes their bodies, the physical toll it can take still comes as a bit of a shock for some mothers. It can also be a source of frustration to women who dedicate themselves to regaining their pre-pregnancy bodies by leading healthy lifestyles but still can't regain their confidence. And confidence …
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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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Many potential tummy tuck patients are intrigued by the idea of having a less invasive surgery with a smaller scar. It’s no surprise the mini tummy tuck is a tempting option—but it’s not right for everyone. How can you determine the best tummy tuck approach for you? At my Los Angeles-area practice, I consult …
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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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Pregnancy and weight gain can take a physical toll that can be difficult to overcome. The pressure to "bounce back” physically after having kids frustrates many women. When they learn about the mommy makeover, they are excited to get back their pre-baby body. This combination of popular procedures (such as a breast lift and a …
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Stories about celebrity moms "bouncing back" from pregnancy and wearing bikinis weeks after delivery put unrealistic pressure on women who have recently had children. Many of these non-celebrity moms exercise and eat right, but can't regain their pre-pregnancy shapes within just a few months. That's because it's one thing to lose weight gained during pregnancy, …
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