Got My 1st Lap Band Fill And Still Not Full!

[mztmom 3]

I got my 1st fill 1 week ago and I still am not getting the full sensation and I can still eat quite a bit of food. I dont know if they did not put enough into my band or what but I am worried that I am going to be one of the people that the band just doesnt work for me. Any advice feel free to give it please.

[Cazzy 725]

I think many have not had much sensation of restriction after the first fill, it can take up to 3 to 4 fills before this happens, but its very individual. Pateince and moderation is the key to getting through these times till u get to your sweet spot. Most Surgeons proceed with caution for the fills so as to not cause you any problems. Just give it time and i am sure you will be ok

[SageTracey 608]

You would be unusual if

you did have restriction after one fill.it typically takes several unless you are extremely lucky

[Heather B. 1]

Be patient! That's why fills are considered "adjustments"...it takes tweaking. You'll get there!

[Poodlelover56 2]

I also had my first fill three days ago. I am noticing a little more restriction than before. I am working very hard at being aware the moment I start to feel full in my chest / upper stomach area. That's when I stop eating. I dont have full restriction, but I dont eat like I did before. But I still get hungry. It's been a great start though.

[honk 780]

Took me 6 months of getting fills every 3-4 weeks to get restriction. If you have not done so yet buy a good digital food scale. Measure out your Protein (my doctor says 3 oz) and then eat low cal/ carb veggies (no butter/cream). I don't think enough doctors tell people this is a will power diet at the begining.

[54Shirley 105]

It's a Fill after Fill process, so you will have a few more before you feel restriction.

This is the Norm, so,,, your fine.

[mztmom 3]

thanks so much for the advice guys, it makes me feel a whole lot more "normal" and at ease. thanks again.