How Does Lap Band Work ?

How lap band surgery works is a common question to someone considering a weight loss surgery. Expert bariatric (obesity) surgeon shows how the lap band device helps in the weight loss. The minimally invasive procedure involved a silicon band that helps control the hunger. A very popular procedure that can be reversed. the price of gastric band & sleeve is about 30% lower for self paying. care credit, self funding & loans are other options for self paying patients. A BMI os 30 or above usually qualifies a person for a Lap band. Gastric Lap band works only if is it backed by a strong emotional commitment to change dietry & lifestyle habits. The procedure is also called restrictive, unlike a gastric bypass that works by being a mal-absorptive procedure.