the best to me , how has the band it self changed your life since you've had it? Did you have a hard time adjusting to it, and any other problems. Yes, I know that I'm going to have to go to MX Dr Sanchez for the LB and do self pay. Of course I'm not looking forward to spending the money, bust after my husbands death in 98, due to hospitals mistakes and all that i have been thru, plus the weight that I can not get off and what it has done to me emotionly it's worth it. I want to feel good about me again and my body. Now its time for me. Sorry I got on the band wagon! I know 55 lbs to some my not seem like a lot but to me at this stage in my life it seems like 555lbs. and its still a big decision to make and I'm sure a life changing experience. Athena