Stoker Plastic Surgery: David Stoker, MD
4640 Admiralty Way, Suite 1000
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Phone: (310) 300-1779
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Mommy Makeover has a 95 percent “worth it” rating based on nearly 3,000 recent ratings on Realself.com, the largest online resource for people wanting to learn about plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures. But ultimately, you’ll need to determine if a Mommy Makeover is worth it for you. In this blog post, I’ll discuss the benefits …
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Women undergo surgery in their 20s through 60s and beyond. Some women undergo surgery soon after childbirth, while others wait until their children are older. If you’ve ever asked, “Is 40 or 50 too old for a Mommy Makeover?” don’t worry. We’re covering what age is best for a Mommy Makeover below. Mommy Makeover Surgery …
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Many women finance their Mommy Makeover procedures using personal loans, credit cards, or healthcare financing companies. Others use savings or arrange to pay for their procedures in installments. Although a is a big investment, it can actually be more affordable and cost-effective than you may think. My goal for this blog post is to show …
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Body contouring procedures are a great option if you're looking to enhance your physique and body proportions. However, not everyone is an ideal candidate for these surgeries. For example, a good mini tummy tuck candidate has different goals and physical characteristics than someone considering extensive plastic surgery after weight loss. Learn more about choosing the …
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Losing significant weight is a remarkable accomplishment, whether you’ve made lifestyle changes, undergone bariatric surgery, or achieved success with GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic®. Putting the final touches on your physical transformation may include body contouring surgery to remove excess skin, such as a tummy tuck. In this blog post, I discuss the 'plus size' …
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“Are people going to notice my scars?” That’s one of the first questions nearly all women and men considering facelift surgery ask during their consultations. Concerns about visible scars after a facelift are understandable, but fortunately also overstated. A skilled, board-certified plastic surgeon minimizes the scars’ visibility by meticulously placing incisions within the natural creases …
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Flip through any glossy magazine or scroll through social media, and you're met with images of celebrities who, seemingly overnight, have reclaimed their svelte, pre-pregnancy bodies. For many, the question lingers: How do they do it? While it's easy to attribute these quick transformations to personal trainers or a stroke of genetic luck, there's often …
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While most patients achieve a satisfying outcome from their initial facelift procedures, some may experience less-than-satisfactory results if an inexperienced or unqualified surgeon performs the procedure. If you're disappointed in your facelift results, you're not alone in this experience. I've encountered many patients who've faced the same predicament, and I've helped them achieve their desired …
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Even if men aren't talking about plastic surgery, statistics tell the story—the number of men undergoing cosmetic surgery and non-surgical treatments has steadily increased in the past 10 to 20 years. It's not a coincidence that selfies, dating apps, and video conference calls all became part of our social and professional lives during that same …
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Achieving a natural yet enhanced breast appearance has become the hallmark of modern breast augmentation. As women today seek a harmonious, balanced appearance, overly augmented looks have fallen out of favor. Which breast augmentation looks most natural? In this blog post, I'll explore methods that achieve this sought-after look, focusing on natural breast augmentation with …
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