I am 23 days out. I had the realize band inserted. My doctor doesn't prefer one over the other. I chose the Realize band for the online computer support that comes with inserting the band. I've realy gotten alot of use from Realizemysuccess.com. Post op the port site was a little more sore than people who have Lap band, but I don't even notice it now. Good Luck!!:rolleyes2: