Did you consider any other weight loss surgery options? What were they, and what made you finally choose Lap Band?
I went in expecting to get the lap band because if there are any complications, it is removable. I asked my surgeon which surgery he would suggest, and he said, "Lap-Band, no doubt"
Do any of you have any excess skin horror stories?
I lost about 60 lbs. and did not have any excess skin. I don't know if it was because I was under 40 when I got the surgery, but it was a non-issue for me.
Did any of you have Cosmetic surgery/tummy tuck etc. to correct excess skin and your insurance paid for it?
When can you get your first fill?
I think it was about 2 months after surgery.
How many fills did it take to feel restriction?
I got restriction after 2 fills. I still have to tweak it every few months. I get acid reflux, and it can cause pain for me. This is an illustration of the benefits of lap band versus the bypass surgery. If I ever have complications, they can be fixed by a quick unfill. Then, usually in 2 - 3 months, I go back for another fill.
Any of you became pregnant while having the lap band ? Were there any complications? Did this negatively affect your weight loss journey?
I did not have personal experience with a pregnancy , but out of curiosity, I asked my surgeon about it. He said it is usually not a problem, but as soon as someone is pregnant, they should get the band completely emptied. Then, after the baby (and probably after breast feeding) , the band can be filled again.