Tummy Tuck Before & After Case 1455

The before photo in this case captures something patients rarely see: the surgical planning that precedes a tummy tuck. Marked out across this 43-year-old female patient's abdomen, flank, and hip, the pre-operative drawings reflect the careful mapping Dr. David Stoker performs before surgery, tailoring the contouring to each patient's specific anatomy rather than applying a single standard technique. At baseline, she shows lower-abdominal fullness and skin laxity that soften the natural line of her waist.

Dr. Stoker, a board-certified plastic surgeon who has performed more than 20,000 procedures, carried out her abdominoplasty to flatten the abdomen and refine the surrounding contour. Seen from this oblique angle, the after photo shows a smooth, flat abdominal wall, a waistline that curves in cleanly, and a belly button restored to a natural shape. The incision sits low along the bikini line, healing into a fine, concealable scar consistent with the meticulous scar placement central to his body contouring work.

The result is a firmer, more sculpted midsection that reads naturally from the front and the side. Each patient is unique, and individual results may vary. Female patients considering a tummy tuck in Los Angeles can request a consultation with Dr. Stoker at his Marina del Rey practice to discuss an individualized surgical plan.