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.
Tummy tucks are well-known for their ability to produce a toned, contoured stomach. But moving the skin and tightening muscle can have an unintended side effect: changing how your belly button looks. One of the easiest ways to spot a low-quality tummy tuck is an unnatural-looking belly button. Without attentive care and proper techniques, it …
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Most plastic surgeons will encourage you to be at or near your ideal weight (usually within 20 pounds of your goal) before having a . In this blog post, I will explain why surgeons recommend that patients be at their “ideal weight” before undergoing surgery, why weight stability and body mass index tend to matter …
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Stories about celebrity moms "bouncing back" from pregnancy and wearing bikinis weeks after delivery put unrealistic pressure on women who have recently had children. Many of these non-celebrity moms exercise and eat right, but can't regain their pre-pregnancy shapes within just a few months. That's because it's one thing to lose weight gained during pregnancy, …
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Losing weight is a major life change, and it can be frustrating to put in all that hard work—only for your slimmer shape to be hidden under a lot of loose skin. Surgery after weight loss at my Los Angeles practice helps patients put the “finishing touches” on their new bodies to complement their hard-earned …
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When I consult with patients considering a tummy tuck at my Los Angeles practice, they’re looking for the best plastic surgeons who can offer great results with as short a recuperation period as possible. Recovery time is one of the most common concerns regarding this surgery. Recovering from a tummy tuck can be and generally …
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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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Pinterest was originally created as a social media platform that lets you visually bookmark (or "pin") the things you find beautiful or interesting—like yummy recipes or intriguing home renovations. But in recent years, it's become overrun with gimmicky spam pins promoting alternative remedies and junk science, plus many quick and fast "results" for weight loss. …
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Some of the most satisfying surgical procedures I perform involve body contouring, especially after patients have lost a significant amount of weight. Their dedication to making a personal transformation often includes consulting with some of the best plastic surgeons in Los Angeles, and I'm honored they choose me for this final step. Patients lose significant …
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With different body contouring options available at my Los Angeles plastic surgery center, it can be difficult to determine which procedure is right for you: tummy tuck or liposuction. In this post we will discuss the differences between liposuction and tummy tuck, also called abdominoplasty, to help you find a treatment plan that fits your needs. …
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