bbmcg 3 Posted September 1, 2012 I was banded july 17th had my first fill the other day they scheduled me for appointment in 4 wks but I can already tell I need more im staying hungry just like before surgery so can they give u a fill before 4 weeks or is that the standered time between fills? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703 Posted September 1, 2012 Most doctors say 4 weeks, but there is no set rule. Every surgeon handles it differently so you'll have to ask yours to find out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Summerrain 520 Posted September 1, 2012 My fills are every two weeks, I've had three already since 2nd July which was my op date. But then I may be getting smaller fills every two weeks than if I went once a month. My largest fill was .8ml then .5ml then .7ml and I already had 4.2mls in my band which was put in at day of surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grandma3 73 Posted September 1, 2012 My doctor makes you wait 6 weeks between the first two fills after that you can go as often as 2 weeks. Every doctor has a different protocol. I would call the office and ask them if you can move the appt up, they will tell you. Good luck to you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charles52 0 Posted September 1, 2012 Yes My doctor said every 4 weeks unless your really making progress And dropping the weight... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbmcg 3 Posted September 2, 2012 well thank u all for ur replys guess I will call them tuesday to see what they say Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SageTracey 608 Posted September 3, 2012 One reason for the four week gap between fills is that sometimes it can take a couple of weeks for the effect of the fill to be felt. Having fills too close together could mean that you end up overfilled and need to see your surgeon again for a slight unfill. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites