Guilford, CT: (203) 689-5295
Mystic, CT: (860) 572-6868
Beth Collins, M.D.
2614 Boston Post Road
Willow Hall, Suite 16C
Guilford, CT 06437
Phone: (203) 689-5295
Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Beth Collins, M.D.
55 Willow Street
Mystic, CT 06355
Phone: (860) 572-6868
Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
One of the most popular procedures I perform is abdominoplasty—more commonly known as a tummy tuck. It’s a truly transformative operation that patients often describe as life-changing. On the RealSelf website used by many women and men considering plastic surgery, tummy tuck surgery has a 95% “worth it” rating from actual patients. Despite the popularity …
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All bodies change over time, and this is especially the case after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Your breasts may "deflate" or begin to sag while your midsection develops a permanent "belly pooch." Many women turn to mommy makeover surgery to correct these common problems and regain their pre-baby look. But what exactly happens during a mommy …
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Tummy tuck surgery is known for toning the midsection and creating flattering, transformative results. However, it is an extensive surgery and often requires a more challenging recovery period. Drains are used after tummy tucks in our Guilford, CT, practice to help patients heal cleanly and safely. But many patients have questions about tummy tuck drains …
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A tummy tuck at my Guilford practice near New Haven, CT, is one of the most powerful ways to transform your body by removing loose, sagging skin and excess fat. However, the surgery is also known for requiring a longer recovery time than other procedures. While tummy tuck recovery can seem daunting, being prepared and …
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Pregnant women planning to get a C-section may come across discussions of the "C-tuck," or getting a tummy tuck immediately after a C section. Even though the idea sounds appealing, there’s a lot wrong with the concept. As a plastic surgeon who frequently performs tummy tuck surgeries here in New Haven, I’m hesitant to recommend …
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Body mass index (BMI) is “out” and waist-to-height ratio is “in”, at least according to new research presented at an obesity conference in France. BMI – The Current Standard There are many health risks associated with being overweight and BMI has traditionally been used as a health screening tool. Using a simple conversion formula, BMI …
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