I too had my band in 2003.. It slipped in 2005 and I had it repositioned.. It has never worked since then. I had it filled and unfilled because too tight (reflux) but no restriction of food..NONE!!! I currently have no fill and have been since 12/08.. Not sure what my next move is, looking at the sleeve, would like to wait and see long term on that .. Anyone switched from band to sleeve and are 5 years out? Is it even 5 years old?