Why did you all choose the LapBand ?

[AnEnigma89 0]

Hello everyone,

I was just a bit curious as to why you all chose the , LapBand. I do not have insurance, and have chosen to have my surgery done in, Mexico. The cost is half of what it is in the states. Up to now, I have been against doing anything that is permanent , because I plan on having children in the future. I noticed they now offer a gastric sleeve, but at the same time, I've read more con's than pro's. Can I get some of your feedback in reference to why you , ultimately chose the LapBand?

Thank you in advance!

[EL Diva 1]

Hi!

I, too, am hoping to have children in the future and that was one of the big reasons I choose the lapband. I also looked into the 'sleeve' but was swayed to the lapband knowing that the band could be 'unfilled' during pregnancy so you could get proper nutrients then refilled after. In a sense, the lapband is reversible whereas other WLS's aren't.

I guess it comes down to personal choices, and I'm really happy with mine!

Good luck and do what's right for you

[Mariasha 3]

If you are planning to go to Mexico for your band, make sure you have a Doctor back at home that can take care of your follow up care.

Getting regular fills is an essential part of having the band.

[Dreamingof139 3]

Hello everyone,

I was just a bit curious as to why you all chose the , LapBand. I do not have insurance, and have chosen to have my surgery done in, Mexico. The cost is half of what it is in the states. Up to now, I have been against doing anything that is permanent , because I plan on having children in the future. I noticed they now offer a gastric sleeve, but at the same time, I've read more con's than pro's. Can I get some of your feedback in reference to why you , ultimately chose the LapBand?

Thank you in advance!

I had my surgery in Mexico and would be happy to talk with you about my experience. Please message me if you have any questions that I can help with.

I chose the band because I had less than 100 pounds to lose and liked that it was not as major a surgery and can be reversed.

[MaggieB 6]

I choose the band because I only had a little over 100lbs to lose and didn't feel I needed something as drastic as the sleeve or bypass. I also thought if there were complications I could have it removed if needed.