Silicone gel breast implants generally feel more like natural breast tissue than saline implants, which is why I prefer them for most of my rapid recovery breast augmentation patients. However, saline implants remain a useful option, and I’ve used them in thousands of procedures. The better choice for you depends on your anatomy, goals, and …
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Stoker Plastic Surgery: David Stoker, MD
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Marina del Rey, CA 90292
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Dr. David Stoker's Blog
I'm Dr. David Stoker, a board-certified plastic surgeon and tummy tuck expert in Los Angeles. I've answered just about every question imaginable about this procedure, including this one: "Is it okay to get a tattoo over your tummy tuck scar?" It's a really good question, and the answer is usually yes, but I would ask …
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Dr. David Stoker, board-certified plastic surgeon in Los Angeles. Today, I have a beautiful six-week post-op result on an extreme makeover after massive weight loss. I have a beautiful 39-year-old great-looking woman who fortunately lost 180+ pounds, which made an enormous difference for her. Unfortunately, the significant weight loss caused her breasts to be pointing …
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With many different body contouring options available at my Los Angeles plastic surgery practice, it can be challenging to determine which procedure is right for you. The best option for you depends on various factors, including your goals and areas of concern and the difference between what liposuction and tummy tuck surgery can achieve. In …
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You diligently follow a nightly skincare routine, drink plenty of water, and—on most nights—get enough sleep. So why are you waking up to dark circles under your eyes that make it appear you're exhausted from the get-go? There could be several reasons and, even though top-of-the-line eye creams can help keep your skin looking youthful, …
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Is there really a difference between a mini facelift and a complete facelift? Even though the procedures share some similarities, a facelift creates more extensive and dramatic results. A mini facelift is a shorter operation with shorter incisions, but the improvement will also be more modest. Most patients in my practice want some type of …
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I'm Dr. David Stoker, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Los Angeles. A question I frequently receive in my practice is, "How many types of facelifts are there?" There's almost an infinite number of facelift procedures. People have different appearances, different shaped heads, and different amounts of skin elasticity; some have more aging on their eyelids, …
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After having children, your body can transform, sometimes in undesirable ways. You may notice sagging of the breasts, excess sagging skin of the abdomen, and in some cases, diastasis recti, which is when the abdominal muscles expand and don't retract after birth, causing you to look bloated. Choosing to have mommy makeover surgery is a …
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For years, liposuction has been one of the most popular cosmetic surgery treatments among both men and women in the U.S. But if you’re just embarking on your search for the best liposuction options in Los Angeles, be prepared to encounter a bevy of terms and phrases that describe different types of liposuction techniques. Online …
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Preparing for a Mommy Makeover starts several weeks before your surgery date. I want my patients to arrive for surgery healthy, well prepared, and ready to devote their energy to healing. That means optimizing your health, following your preoperative instructions, arranging help at home, and creating a comfortable recovery space in advance. At my Marina …
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