Newbie question

[sthrnbll 0]

Hi all. I am in my first stages of researching WLS. I will go to a seminar next weekend but it looks like the lap band may be my choice for now. My question is how often do you get a fill?

[oliviasmommy 0]

Depends on your surgeon and how hungry you are

[kiz 1]

Hello, and welcome to LBT.

As far as fills, there's no standard answer. The first fill after surgery is usually 4 to 6 weeks, but after that, a lot depends on the doctor and you're body's response to the band. Some doctors give very small fills, while others are a bit more aggressive. Some give fills as you feel you need them (ex. not losing weight and able to eat larger portions), while others follow a stricter protocol of following the calendar (ex. fills every three months).

This is one of the questions that you'll want to ask potential doctors.

[Hazeleyes 0]

As you go through this journey you will begin to learn your new body it will tell you when it is time for a fill. Myself I know when I start snacking and can eat more than I cup of food.< /p>