Does anyone know when the band expires? 10 yrs..20?

[Sooverit! 1]

Forgot to ask this question of my doctor so thought I would throw it out here. Does anyone know when the new AP band expires? Has anyone had one long enough to know when it should be removed? Is the price less if you need to replace it due to just everyday wear? I am guessing weight gain would be a symptom of it starting to errode or just not work any longer? I know nothing lasts forever just wondering if I will be up for it to be removed when I'm 75?

[crazycat 2]

I did'nt know it had an experation date? I hope my boob's do'nt. I've had them for 30 years and the girls still look good.

[citygirl4616 2]

I don't think it expires. I am pretty sure you have it for life. Of course, it's removable, but I think it was meant to stay in a lifetime.

[kacee 3]

It's there permanently, barring something like a health reason to remove it or erosion. It's not like a car that you trade in or like a replaced knee that is supposed to only "last" 20 years...

[JaxBandster 11]

LOL, my doctor told me that 100 years from now if archeologist's find my remains that all they will find is the band!!! Nice huh? :wink2:

[steph_co 9]

I asked my NP about this and she said that the band is designed to last your whole life. Not enough research, nor has it been used long enough to PROVE it, but that is what it was designed for. No way of knowing for sure.

[ForwardLeap 0]

I was told it would last a lifetime, and was meant to stay in a lifetime. I asked the nurse when I had a pre-op.

[4jin 0]

I was told for life as well. And thereafter as you get to take it with you if you want!

LOL