HI,

Im new here. I unfortunately was not approved by insurance, I am a self pay. Apparently I was big but not big enough I am 5'3 and was carrying around 215lbs (not my heaviest) at the time I decided to get banded. My journey was a little different. I was recently banded in houston Texas, by Dr. Hollis on 10/24/12. I only lost a pound during pre op b/c I didn't diet. My surgeon was pissed, but I explained to him, I wanted to enjoy my last 2 weeks, eating what I consider to be normal & not spend it dieting, since I have to change the way I eat for pretty much the rest of my life. Unhappy but nevertheless, I was paying so he performed the surgery & everything went well. I'm approaching two week post op, on the 14th & I'm currently at 207. My scarring in minimal at this point except the one bigger incision its still very noticable. I still have some swelling at that insicion sight as well, and a little discomfort becuase my bra often rubs that area, when I am sitting. I go for my first follow up & my first fill on the 27th. I'm excited, because I'm ready to see the band actually work for me.

Welcome to the forum! You'll find a lot of support, knowledge & inspiration here.

It's a great group of people.

Post often so we get to know you.

The band will def work for you, if you work the band.

Best wishes on your journey!

ok thank you & I will