Author Archives: Dr. David Stoker

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Arm Liposuction or Arm Lift Surgery: Which Procedure Is Right for You?

As a board-certified plastic surgeon and body contouring specialist, I've helped countless patients achieve sleeker, more toned arms, whether their primary concerns were excess skin, excess fat, or a combination of both. In this blog post, I will cover the differences between arm lift surgery and arm liposuction to help you decide which procedure is …

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All the Nonsurgical Procedures Behind ‘Instagram Face’

It’s the subject of hashtags on virtually every social media platform. If this is the first time you’ve heard of "Instagram face," the phrase describes a specific look created by nonsurgical cosmetic treatments such as filler and BOTOX® injections.  At my Los Angeles, CA, practice, I hear patients ask about what types of treatments are needed for …

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Get Answers to 5 Top Rhinoplasty Questions

Patients considering rhinoplasty at my Los Angeles plastic surgery practice typically have quite a few questions about the procedure. That’s understandable because it is one of the more complex surgeries that plastic surgeons perform.   Changing the size or shape of your nose—not to mention the possibility of addressing issues that make it difficult to breathe—is a significant decision, and …

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This ‘Super Facial’ Can Change Your Face

There is no shortage of superlatives used to describe various aesthetic treatments. Few often live up to the hype. But AquaGold treatments—which have been called "super mega facials"—exceed expectations. That's why they are creating a buzz throughout Los Angeles and at my plastic surgery practice. The customized procedure combines BOTOX® and filler injections along with …

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The Beauty of Laser Skin Resurfacing

Reversing damage to the skin caused by the sun is one of the most common concerns shared by both women and men. Los Angeles residents are especially prone to sun exposure, and even people who apply sunscreen diligently can expect to see some toll taken on their skin's appearance. Laser skin resurfacing offered at our …

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Dr. David Stoker Adds Top Injection and Aesthetic Specialist

Carla Crespo, one of the most sought-after aesthetics specialists, brings 15 years of experience to Dr. Stoker's plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles. Marina Del Rey, CA (November 2019) — Dr. David Stoker recently welcomed Carla Crespo, MSHS, PA, to his team at Stoker Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles. Carla's expertise in nonsurgical and body contouring procedures …

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Tips for Bra Shopping After Breast Augmentation

One of the perks enjoyed by breast augmentation patients at my plastic surgery practice in Los Angeles is the confidence they feel wearing clothes, workout gear, and bathing suits that they avoided before getting breast implants. This newfound confidence also inspires shopping for sexier and more fashionable bras. It's important, however, that women with new …

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