Craig W. Colville, M.D., F.A.C.S
2865 North Reynolds Road #250
Toledo, OH 43615
Phone: (419) 534-6551
Monday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Pregnancy, aging, and the weight fluctuations that accompany these life stages often bring patients into my practice to discuss tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery. While a tummy tuck addresses stubborn, excess skin and fat, it is not weight loss surgery. In fact, you must have a healthy BMI (body mass index) to be considered a good …
Deciding to have a tummy tuck after pregnancy or weight loss is a major decision that impacts your appearance, lifestyle, and wallet. The financial aspect of the surgery is often a patient's top concern. In fact, one of their first questions during a consultation is often "How much does a tummy tuck cost." The answer …
You know you want a flatter, firmer midsection, but the recovery process after your tummy tuck might be a question mark. If you're like most people, you probably have some concerns about what to expect after a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty). We want to put your worries to rest. Recovery from a tummy tuck is a …
Most people considering tummy tuck surgery at our Toledo, Ohio, practice feel self-conscious about excess abdominal skin that remains after pregnancy, significant weight loss, or aging. It's a procedure with a high satisfaction rate among patients because it helps them feel confident about their bodies. Even though abdominoplasty—typically called a tummy tuck—is one of the …
People often refer to excess abdominal fat with cutesy nicknames, such as "muffin tops" and "love handles." Few of us, though, find the unwanted bulges very amusing. Fortunately, we now have plenty of options to create slimmer abdominal contours, ranging from CoolSculpting® to a tummy tuck. With so many surgical and nonsurgical options, however, it …
Most patients considering a mommy makeover at my Toledo, Ohio, practice are primarily concerned about the appearance of their abdomens. To create excellent results that meet the patients' goals, however, it's important to take what I call a "global" approach to developing a surgical plan that assesses the torso, breasts, thighs, and arms. Why Is …
A persistent tummy pooch can be frustrating, especially if you’re faithfully exercising and maintaining a healthy diet. Tummy tuck surgery is an excellent way for men and women to lose that stubborn belly pooch, contour their bodies, and remove loose, excess skin. But those aren’t the only advantages of a tummy tuck, also called abdominoplasty. …
As we head into spring, it's a good time to discuss abdominoplasty (also known as a tummy tuck) and other body contouring surgeries, as well as non-invasive procedures for the body. Warmer weather usually leads people to start changing their hair, makeup, and more specifically the types of clothes they wear. To some that may …