Obesity is a serious disease that is taking over every generation in America. Between fast food restaurants, busy schedules, and family time, it can be difficult to lose the amount of weight necessary to reach your health target. If you are 50 pounds overweight or more, the lap band procedure could be the best option to obtain your goals.
With a variety of weight loss surgery options, it is important to discuss all of your concerns, past medical history, weight struggles, and family history with Dr. Frenzel. With a deeper understanding of your background regarding weight struggles as well as your diet and eating habits, Dr. Frenzel can help you make an informed decision regarding your weight loss surgery.
Lap band surgery is a life changing decision. Improving your overall health, changing your appearance, and, ultimately, giving you a fresh start at life, there are a lot of factors to consider in which weight loss surgery is best suited for your body and lifestyle. While other weight loss methods are effective, lap band surgery should be carefully considered. From the changes that take place in your body to crucial lifestyle changes, Dr. Frenzel can discuss all of the risks and benefits of the lap band procedure with you during an initial consultation.
The lap band procedure is one of the most widely used forms of bariatric treatment. During the surgery, an inflatable silicone device is placed on the upper portion of the stomach, limiting the patient’s intake of food and suppressing hunger. It is extremely important to listen to your body after the surgery. With years of overeating, it can be difficult to train yourself to be receptive to your body’s signals. The lap band procedure ensures that you get enough food to meet the demands of your body. Though there are changes to your eating habits, digestion is not affected.
As the surgery is complete, you will notice differences in your body. Because your appetite is suppressed, weight loss gradually takes place. The lap band has progressed over the years with the influx of technology. The lap band system is reversible, as there are no staples in the stomach. This bariatric surgery is flexible, the band conforms to the body, and is available in two sizes.
Along with the risks of bariatric surgery, the lap band surgery has impressive advantages. In addition to its adjustability, weight loss takes place quickly—within the first two years. With moderate progressions of weight loss, lifestyle changes ensure optimum improvement in your health and appearance. The lap band procedure measures success by the quality of life improvements and the prevention of obesity related disorders.
If you feel unhappy with your appearance and suffer from obesity, take the first step in healthy living. Candidates for the lap band procedure include those who are in good mental health, do not suffer fry hyperphagia or polyphagia, have a BMI of 35 or above, are at least 18 years old, and have tried other weight loss methods to no avail.
