Stoker Plastic Surgery: David Stoker, MD
4640 Admiralty Way #1000
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Phone: (310) 300-1779
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
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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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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Many people added a few pounds during the pandemic—the "quarantine 15"—as self-isolating undermined workout schedules and led to more snacking while working from home. In contrast, some people used the disruption to focus on weight loss either through lifestyle changes or bariatric surgery. Losing significant weight, however, often requires plastic surgery after weight loss at …
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The phrase "designer vagina" has evolved during the past decade or so to be a catch-all phrase that includes any vaginal rejuvenation treatment women get for cosmetic reasons. But women considering vaginal rejuvenation procedures often seek to improve both the function and appearance of their genitals. Labiaplasty, which I perform at my Los Angeles plastic …
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When discussing the safety of breast implants, it's important to know that few medical devices—if any—have been studied more than silicone gel breast implants. I've served as a clinical investigator for cohesive silicone gel implants and have published clinical research detailing more than 1,000 silicone implant case studies. I can confidently say that women getting …
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Most people think of BOTOX injections at our Marina del Rey practice as a way to minimize crow's feet, worry lines, and other wrinkles. That is certainly the primary reason it's the most popular cosmetic procedure performed in the U.S. But the FDA-approved uses for BOTOX extend well beyond reducing wrinkles, and you may be …
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It's no secret that the pervasive use of social media sites such as Instagram and Facebook motivates both women and men to pursue cosmetic treatments. What is less well known, however, is the increasing use of these sites by plastic surgeons to communicate directly with potential patients through testimonials, educational videos, and before-and-after photos. Plastic …
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Is it possible to recover in 24 hours after breast augmentation? At my Los Angeles practice, I carefully plan and execute breast augmentation surgical plans for each patient, using techniques and state-of-the-art equipment that reduces recovery time. Most of the women I see who are considering breast implants lead busy lives, and these rapid recovery …
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Women researching breast augmentation online come across countless questions about how to choose the size of breast implants. That's because implant size is one of the important decisions patients make when planning their procedure. Rarely found, however, are inquiries about choosing implant profiles, although the profile of breast implants is equally important in getting the breast augmentation results you want. In this blog post, we will cover …
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Women with children at home who are considering Mommy Makeover surgery at my Los Angeles plastic surgery practice often share worries about being able to take care of their family after the procedure. Guilt and feelings of selfishness sometimes surface during the consultation because they feel like they should be taking care of their family's …
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