Yearly Archives: 2019

It’s Called a Panniculus, and You Can’t Remove It by Working Out. Model image.

It’s Called a Panniculus, and You Can’t Remove It by Working Out (Updated 2024)

Life events such as childbirth and significant weight loss can lead to loose, hanging skin that doesn't snap back into place, even with a dedicated diet and exercise routine. If you've worked hard to achieve your weight loss goals or gone through the transformative process of pregnancy, you may find yourself with excess skin that …

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Dr. David Stoker

Knowing When It’s Time To Get a Facelift

Years ago, I answered a question from someone on the RealSelf.com website asking why plastic surgeons opposed performing facelift surgery on younger patients. I can't answer for all plastic surgeons, but the skin of younger patients typically doesn’t warrant getting a facelift. My goal is to create results that look natural, and it would be …

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Dr. David Stoker

Choosing the Right Practice for Your Liposuction

Sometimes, selecting a provider for your plastic surgery procedure can be as challenging as planning the procedure itself. This is especially true of liposuction here in Los Angeles, where it seems like there's a specialist on every corner. While liposuction may seem like a relatively simple option in the world of plastic surgery, it's still …

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Mother holding her child on her lap (models)

Let’s Lose the Mommy Makeover Stigma

Pregnancy changes a woman's body in an array of surprising and often unpredictable ways. After your baby is born and the glow has worn off a bit, you might be left feeling bothered by many of these changes. Even after you go back to your old eating and exercise routine, it can be very hard …

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