The Lap-Band

Introduction

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Lap-Banding is a safe, stable and sustainable solution for permanent weight loss

The Lap-Band system is the least invasive of all weight loss surgeries. The system involves an adjustable silicon elastomer band that is surgically placed around the stomach. The band restricts the quantity of food intake creating a sense of fullness without having to consume so much. By eating less, your body draws from its own fat to get the energy it needs, in short, a safe, stable and sustainable solution for permanent weight loss. This minimally-invasive procedure offers astounding results without resorting to drastic surgeries, giving you complete control over those extra pounds.

Least Traumatic Procedure

Since there is no cutting, stapling, or stomach rerouting, it is considered the least traumatic of all weight loss surgeries. This is possible by using laparoscopy to install the band which offers clear advantages like reduced pain and faster recovery.

Adjustable Treatment

The Lap-Band is the only adjustable weight loss surgery. In fact, band adjustment is a regular part of follow up for this procedure and is done without the need of surgery. The amount of food you can eat can be adjusted by inflating or deflating the band. The band is adjusted as needed depending on your weight loss progress or other reasons like pregnancy or illness.

Fully Reversible

If for any reason the band needs to be removed, it can be done surgically. This makes it the only reversible weight loss surgical procedure available at this time.

[Last update: 1st Feb 07]