I've been scouring the Internet and on here trying to find info on both comparatively, and I've found some stuff comparing the two but I was wanting to get some Real life info from people that have had one or the other and if their are any true pros or cons over one or the other.

I kind of like the shape of the lap band that it's completely circular, more like that of our own stomach opening but I've heard people say the Realise Band is more forgiving with its triangular shape in case of something not going down all the way.

Anyway, all info is appreciated!

Johnathan

I have the Realize Band and had surgery 5/15.

Had my first fill 2 days ago' date=' doing great, and down 21 lbs!! I chose it because my dr said it has less chance of erosion and is a softer "more natural" band. Having seen and felt the two at my dr's office- I chose the Realize band. Good luck to you!! Blessings~[/quote']

That is great information!! Thank you do much!

first of all i was deciding about banding, finding out all the info on it. Then i got approved i to looked at all the info on both, i was leaning toward the realize. Then i talked to my doctor and he does both. I looked at both and decided to go with the lap band. I am 1 year and 3 months after being banded and am 3 lbs. from my goal. I have lost 64 lbs and weigh 147. When it comes down to it you get to make your own decision. GOOD LUCK to you.