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.
On average, many patients can expect to drop 1 to 3 sizes after their Mommy Makeover. They often find that they fit more comfortably into their existing clothes now that their “trouble spots” have been smoothed with a tummy tuck and liposuction. When planning out your Mommy Makeover transformation, you may be looking forward to …
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If thigh contouring is important to you, your plastic surgeon should be able to accommodate it in your treatment plan. A Mommy Makeover is a combination surgery tailored to your unique goals. Although it is commonly associated with breast enhancement and a tummy tuck, other areas of the body and face are often treated. Let’s …
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Combining surgeries in a single operation is more cost-effective than booking them separately. During a , you’ll go under anesthesia only once and need just one operating room visit. If you schedule your procedures separately, those costs would be repeated with each subsequent procedure. Similarly, a single recovery period (and time off work) also offers …
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Mommy Makeover has a 95 percent “worth it” rating based on nearly 3,000 recent ratings on Realself.com, the largest online resource for people wanting to learn about plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures. But ultimately, you’ll need to determine if a Mommy Makeover is worth it for you. In this blog post, I’ll discuss the benefits …
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Women undergo surgery in their 20s through 60s and beyond. Some women undergo surgery soon after childbirth, while others wait until their children are older. If you’ve ever asked, “Is 40 or 50 too old for a Mommy Makeover?” don’t worry. We’re covering what age is best for a Mommy Makeover below. Mommy Makeover Surgery …
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Many women finance their Mommy Makeover procedures using personal loans, credit cards, or healthcare financing companies. Others use savings or arrange to pay for their procedures in installments. Although a is a big investment, it can actually be more affordable and cost-effective than you may think. My goal for this blog post is to show …
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Body contouring procedures are a great option if you're looking to enhance your physique and body proportions. However, not everyone is an ideal candidate for these surgeries. For example, a good mini tummy tuck candidate has different goals and physical characteristics than someone considering extensive plastic surgery after weight loss. Learn more about choosing the …
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Losing significant weight is a remarkable accomplishment, whether you’ve made lifestyle changes, undergone bariatric surgery, or achieved success with GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic®. Putting the final touches on your physical transformation may include body contouring surgery to remove excess skin, such as a tummy tuck. In this blog post, I discuss the 'plus size' …
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“Are people going to notice my scars?” That’s one of the first questions nearly all women and men considering facelift surgery ask during their consultations. Concerns about visible scars after a facelift are understandable, but fortunately also overstated. A skilled, board-certified plastic surgeon minimizes the scars’ visibility by meticulously placing incisions within the natural creases …
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Flip through any glossy magazine or scroll through social media, and you're met with images of celebrities who, seemingly overnight, have reclaimed their svelte, pre-pregnancy bodies. For many, the question lingers: How do they do it? While it's easy to attribute these quick transformations to personal trainers or a stroke of genetic luck, there's often …
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