Lap Band vs. Realize Band

[beth0679]

Hi all,

I have my surgery on Tuesday and have poured over all the materials pertaining to both the Lap Band and Realize Band. I still cannot decide!

Is anyone willing to share personal feedback on how/why you came to your decision?

[tv2night]

Hi Beth.... I don't have a band in me, but I can tell you that the doctor's do say the bands both work equally as well, so they will put in which ever you ask for. It's kinda like the Coke vs. Pepsi scenario... some people like Coke so they stick to it... others insist on Pepsi.
The ports are slightly different with the Realize port being a "low profile" port. The Lap band comes in two sizes so the doctor can fit the band around your stomach depending on your stomach size. Good Luck with your surgery and let us know how you do.
Stop back in for Support Group next month, Wed. Oct 26th at 7pm in the Doctor's Office.