I had the band for three years and after a pregnancy had complications and had to have it removed. If I would have known what I know now, I would have most definitley chosen the sleeve. I my self am waiting to get the sleeve. I know it is hard waiting, but I once read on this forum 3 years ago a comment that stuck with me, The lady said "could it be this good, it is if the euphoria never ends!" She was so right, when you finally lose the weight your life will never be the same! You Can Make It!