Has anyone else decided on the Realize Band over the LapBand?

I asked for the Realize because the port is flatter and is suppose to be less noticeable. I also loved their online support system.

Other than the port and some shape differences, they're pretty much the same and have the same success rates. I was just wondering if anyone felt strongly about it.

I have the realize band, I was banded a year ago, Ilost 100 pounds in 10 months. I dont know the diference, but it worked for me.

I have the realize band and so does my husband. We have not had any trouble so far. Good luck to you!

I am scheduled for the Realize Band on Wed. 4 March. Can't wait. (but Tuesday night I might get a little worried about the surgery) For now I spend my evenings working on my 1948 Chevy P/U Hot Rod to keep my mind off the liquid diet and the surgery. I have been working on it in my garage for better than 8 years. I think it will be completed this year. New body and new truck....

I have the Realize Band and I was banded at the end of Jan. I haven't had any problems I haven't even had what they call bandster hell...yet. And I am losing pretty steady. 22 lbs so far.

The online support is the reason I picked this band. It is ok. I did Weight Watchers last year online and I like their site a lot better. I might email the Realize people with some suggestions.

Has anyone else decided on the Realize Band over the LapBand?

I asked for the Realize because the port is flatter and is suppose to be less noticeable. I also loved their online support system.

Other than the port and some shape differences, they're pretty much the same and have the same success rates. I was just wondering if anyone felt strongly about it.

I have the realize band. My doctor use to use the lapband, but switched to the realize band.

I got to goal on my Realize band in less than a year. It works great. Once I reached restriction, I stayed there for many, many months without requiring another fill.

I am happy I went with Realize, but I know the other option is good as well. I may have done just as well on the other band also.

Good luck!!!

My doctor offers a low profile port for the LapBand, so if your selecting the Realize Band for that reason just know that LapBand comes with a low profile port too.

I am not sure how helpful the website will be, but I know there is thread for Realize on this websire that might be helpful. Realize Band Surgery (NEW!) - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum

Comparison link.

Compare Adjustable Gastric Bands - LAP-BAND vs. REALIZE Band

I have the Realize Band also. Lost 24 lbs so far since December, I have no complaints.