I know now I am getting a lot of attention and seeing my dr. a lot this year for fills, but after all that - in 5 years, 10 years, 20 years... do you need an annual appointment?

That's what my doctor told me before I got the band. After you're at goal, checkups every 6 months to a year

Some doctors recommend an annual endoscopy to make sure everything is in place. I would ask your doctor.