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The Lap Band is an adjustable band that is made from silicone and it makesthe stomach smaller so that you eat less. It works on the principle ofhydraulics. There is an adjustable port which is placed under the skin of theabdominal wall and the doctor can adjust the tightness of the band by addingor reducing fluid from the band. This procedure is only used as a medicalweight loss intervention for severely obese people. There are physicalrequirements that are considered as standard by the National Institute ofHealth (NIH) to receive the Lap Band surgery. Most insurance companies willpay for part or all of the cost of the procedure if the requirements are met.You will have to be classified as severely obese or morbidly obese and notjust obese in order take advantage of the insurance benefits. The cost isanywhere from $15000 to $35000.
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The Lap Band surgery is reversible. This means, the stomach is neither cutnor stapled and there is no rerouting of the intestinal tract. Most of theserious complications that occur from gastric bypasses are mainly due to thecutting and rerouting of the intestinal tract which can cause severeinfections. With Lap Band surgery, vomiting and nausea are the most commonrisks and similar to any other surgery, infection and bleeding can occur.There is always a chance that the band can slip and it will need to be placedin its proper spot again.
Lap Band weight loss procedures may present a risk to those who sufferfrom esophagitis, Crohn's disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease, ulcers andother gastrointestinal problems. However, don't lose hope. Having one of theseconditions does not automatically preclude you from getting the Lap Band. Butmost of all, one of the reasons that Lap Band surgery is so popular is thefact that it has the potential to be reversed and has fewer complications thanother weight loss surgeries.
About Top Surgeons Inc.
Top Surgeons Inc. is made of the finest staff of Weight Loss Surgeons andsurgeons from other specialties such as Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery,Gynecology, Urology, Gastroenterology and Podiatry in Beverly Hills, LosAngeles and beyond who work together to bring the best possible results forpatients all under one roof. At Top Surgeons, you can expect nothing less thanhigh standard of quality combined with a very high standard of patient careand customer service.
Top Surgeons mission is to offer you detailed information and answerfrequently asked questions about any surgical or laser procedures you may beconsidering so that you can make a truly informed decision about yourtreatment.
The plastic, cosmetic and lap band surgeons are highly skilled in the useof minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques, resulting in significantlyreduced scarring and much faster recovery time. This depth of knowledge,coupled with experience and access to a diverse array of advanced therapies,enables Top Surgeons to offer a standard of care rarely matched in theindustry. The surgeons emphasize the use of laser technology wherever possibleto replace more invasive procedures and ensure excellent outcomes forpatients.
You can call Top Surgeons at 1-800-953-5000 or request an appointmentonline at Topsurgeons.com. They have offices in Beverly Hills and 5 otherlocations (Palmdale, Valencia, Apple Valley, West Hills, and Bakersfield) inand around Los Angeles County to keep you healthy and looking beautiful!
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