confused . I never got a choice of band and dont know how many types of bands are there . can someone plese let me know about the types of bands and their advantages and disadvantages so that i can have a discussion with my doc ... is there a band called velocity

I have the realize band. My dr. told me he liked it best because it is wider than the lap band and it didnt slip as bad and also the port is low profile and you dont have as much pain with it. I didnt have any pain with my port area.

I have an AP, it's just what my dr thought was the best fit for me, from his experience.

Teri

I just spent time with the nurse this morning and she provided a Lap Band and Realize Band for us to touch and play with. She stated that they both work the same, however there are slight differences.

Realize Band comes prefilled with 2cc, has a low-profile port and has an awesome web site that provides support. Plus, there is a toll free number you can call and speak to a RN anytime about the band. The Realize Band has been utilized in Europe for years under another name...I think Swiss something.

Lap Band has a higher profile port and does not come with a prefill.

She stated that we needed to decide which Band we wanted and that the doctor has no preference.

Hope that helps. :thumbup:

My dr Bob called today. Gosh I love that man! Anyway I asked him why I got one over the other. The Realize he said had a gap in the balloon, and they felt for me, and my needs I should have the all around balloon( where they fill the band). I'm glad they thought of that.

Teri

I have only heard of the Lapband and the Realize band. I have read that they are very similar. I have the Lapband....I feel better knowing that the Lapband has been around for many years. I just dont think we know enough about the other band and how it will work in the long run.