When Did You Get Your First Fill?

[newskinnygal 51]

My insurance won't pay for fills until 3 months after the procedure, so I won't get a fill until 3 months after surgery. Has anyone else experienced this? I thought they would cover monthly fills for the first year at least? I'm scared this will effect my weight loss time greatly.

[jen_1381 446]

I got a fill on Tuesday, which put me at 4 weeks post-op, and my next fill is July 16th, at 8 weeks post-op. My surgeon does them every month until I hit the green zone.

I'm sorry, I don't know what to tell you about going 3 months without your first fill. I honestly think I could have gone without the fill, my hunger between meals wasn't horrible, but I also think that part of me was just scared to have the fill done!

[newskinnygal 51]

What is the green zone? Also, do you feel like you are not as hungry now with the fills?

[xavier 153]

First, what would it cost for a fill? (this is money well spent on your health if you need it). Green zone is feeling satisfied on tiny portions and it can take many fills to get there. I got three fills totalling 6cc in a 10cc band to get to my first green zone so I say get started now if you can afford it. I lost my green zone a couple of times as I lost weight as fat is disappearing under your band...good luck.

[newskinnygal 51]

Thank you! Yes, I had thought of doing that. I'd have to ask my surgeons office to see how much they charge for fills, if it's not a ridiculous amount, I would totally start earlier and pay for the first few fills my self. You are so right, my health is worth it!

[Miss Meow 12]

Just got mine today and it was a piece of cake. I so terrified to get it done that I waited 5 months. It was easy and I feel dumb for waiting. I was told to wait two weeks before I question if I have restriction or not.

[newskinnygal 51]

Just got mine today and it was a piece of cake. I so terrified to get it done that I waited 5 months. It was easy and I feel dumb for waiting. I was told to wait two weeks before I question if I have restriction or not.

Aww I'm glad that it was easy and that you got it done with! Im terrified of needles!

[Miss Meow 12]

I'm terrified of them too. And it was easiest experience with a needle I have ever had.

[velvetbuckle 3]

Wow, My band was placed June 26 and I have my first fill July 5, which by my genus math skills makes it 9 days post-op. Is that too early?

[newskinnygal 51]

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Oh my goodness! Isn't that still the liquid healing stage? Well Im sure it's not too early if your doctor approves of it! How exciting! I have to wait 3 months I hope your band is great so far!

[fnicole 7]

I am 72 days post op and just had my 3rd fill today.

[Sandrie 23]

I'm post op two months on Monday! I had surgery on may 9th. Haven't gotten a fill yet! I had the lap band with plication done so it doesn't involve a lot of fills because I'm terrified of needles in my stomach. I've lost total of 29 pounds so I'm happy! We will see what my nurse says if I need one or not(yikes)

How much cc's do u get on your first fill?

[Divine_swoman 5]

I'm post op two months on Monday! I had surgery on may 9th. Haven't gotten a fill yet! I had the lap band with plication done so it doesn't involve a lot of fills because I'm terrified of needles in my stomach. I've lost total of 29 pounds so I'm happy! We will see what my nurse says if I need one or not(yikes)

How much cc's do u get on your first fill?

Hey Sandrie,

I got my band on May 8th. Also had the plication. I thought it would be a while before I got a fill but my weight loss had stalled and I was starting to get hungry pretty quick. He added about 1cc for a total of 2cc's in my 10cc band. The process was easy and painless.

Congrats on getting down 29lbs. I've only lost 17lbs, but I'm hoping this fill will help. Finger's crossed

[Sandrie 23]

Hey Sandrie' date='

I got my band on May 8th. Also had the plication. I thought it would be a while before I got a fill but my weight loss had stalled and I was starting to get hungry pretty quick. He added about 1cc for a total of 2cc's in my 10cc band. The process was easy and painless.

Congrats on getting down 29lbs. I've only lost 17lbs, but I'm hoping this fill will help. Finger's crossed [/quote']

Hi divine woman! Well yesterday was my appt and no fill yet I lost a total of 32 pounds. 8 pounds in one month so I'm happy and hit safe till next month. I guess the fear of the needle is keeping me in line lol! The nurse laughed when I said that! Keep up the good work we can do it!