How often do you get fills?

[~Sheila~ 0]

Cerrin, I dont know about you, but Im self pay and man, I sure want to get the most bang for my buck...the first fill for me, was weak...didnt really do much..the second was TIGHT, and this one i think is perfect...

Im glad yours is working...Doing good, keep up the great work...I need to start working out, too :teeth_smile:

[Jachut 487]

I havent had a fill for a year now, but from memory, I had 3 fills, taking me from 0 to 2 ml in a 4ml band at 8 weeks post surgery, 12 weeks post surgery and 16 weeks post surgery. Then I went about four months between the next three which took me up to 3ml. And 3ml has been sitting nicely for me for almost a year now.

[slimmy120 2]

So how much have you lost since the beginning, between fills, and now how is your weightloss going?

[Jachut 487]

I really coudlnt remember now, I lost 40kg or so all up. I remember I did tend to lose for about a month after a fill and then stop, and I lost a good half of that weight in the first eight months or so, it took me about 16 months to lose the rest.

[Skinny_Jill 36]

My doctor will give fills 2 weeks apart. I've had 3 fills in a little over 4 months and those 3 fills were all about 2 weeks apart. The 1st fill was 5 weeks after surgery. I haven't needed one since and I am happy.

[Laurinda 1]

betrthnever this would upset me so much!!!! Bless your heart! I hope something comes open sooner for you! I would be really yanked, how can your doc offer the surgery and then lack so badly at the follow up?!?

[bratz98363 0]

wow! another Laurinda...lol. Mine name is Lorinda. Cool!

[Shalee04 7]

I had my first fill 8 weeks after surgery, then my 2nd fill 8 weeks after that. I am scheduled for my next one May 1st which is about 9 weeks after the last one... I don't have "Tight" restriction, but I have some and I am still losing 1-2 pounds a week.

[Laurinda 1]

Laurinda/Lorinda not very common huh? lol

[TulipStar 2]

I schedule mine every 3-4 weeks and I usually keep them because it takes about 2-3 weeks to get in!

[Cerrin 3]

Cerrin, I dont know about you, but Im self pay and man, I sure want to get the most bang for my buck...the first fill for me, was weak...didnt really do much..the second was TIGHT, and this one i think is perfect...

Im glad yours is working...Doing good, keep up the great work...I need to start working out, too :cursing:

I am not self pay but I am ready for this to really get to work. Finally I have SOME restriction... but it is still not enough. I want to be tight where I know if I eat wrong. because I keep forgetting. Right now I only get my band reminder when I eat thick bread or dry meat. I need more. *sigh* I am sure I will get there soon...hopefully.

[wnt2lose 0]

I love my Dr. He doesn't run by a strict schedule, I can get a fill when I feel I need it. I had surgery in Nov. My first fill wasn't until Feb. I have 2cc in a 4cc band and I feel really good. I definately have restriction, but I do not have any trouble with any food. I am able to eat meat, chicken, and some bread. I definately eat way smaller than before and something must be working, I've lost 73 lbs. 57 since surgery.

I just saw him last week. He is really happy with my progress and told me he will see me in 3 months. If I feel like I should need anything before then, just give him a call.

[vhal 0]

Just got first fill, but doctor says visits every month. How much do you have in your band, I'm at 4cc's

[BgB9 9]

I'm scheduled to see the doc every 2 months and get a fill if necessary. I'd prefer more frequent, but he's not a very aggressive guy. But, he says I can come sooner if I get hungry in less than 3 hours.

[Avrietta 0]

Sounds as though its pretty regular to get a fill every month. I have had one extra one only because my doctor wanted to boost me along a little. However, I had my last fill this past Monday, I'm still restricted and only able to eat small amounts at a time, and must take my time. I get quite hungry before I'm actually able to eat too, which just makes the meals more enjoyable. Good luck.