Your health is priceless.
A small investment in you, for the rest of your life.
Find a Specialist Near You to Learn More About the LAP-BAND®
Investing in your health
Spending money on failed weight loss programs can be exhausting. It’s time to make a change and take control of your life. Think of it this way, the LAP-BAND® is an investment that can pay off for the rest of your life. With your weight loss, improved health and increased confidence is only the start.
Better Health
Your health is invaluable. Significant weight loss with help from the LAP-BAND® has been shown to improve certain health conditions. Gastric banding can help you incorporate healthy portion control into your overall lifestyle, while a comprehensive aftercare program provides you with support throughout your weight loss journey.
Valuable Results
Hard work pays off, so after all your dedication and effort, you deserve to enjoy your weight loss results for years to come. The LAP-BAND® is designed to help you achieve long-term results, unlike quick-fix diets and temporary cosmetic procedures. You can take pride in your weight loss results and improved confidence. You earned it.
It’s Affordable
Finances should never stand in the way of your health. LAP-BAND® specialists around the world understand how important it is to achieve your weight loss goals and maintain your overall well-being. That’s why affordable financing and payment options are available. You can speak with a LAP-BAND® clinic to further explore your options.
The Cost of Obesity
Believe it or not, obesity could be costing you thousands of dollars every year. A study at George Washington University was conducted in regards to the cost of obesity. It was found that the average annual cost of obesity is $2,646 for males, and $4,879 for females.1 Factors such as wage discrimination, sick leave, medical costs, life insurance, and direct medical were considered during the study.1
After some number crunching, it doesn’t take long to calculate how much obesity could be costing you. Consider how much you are currently spending on things such as:
- Diet plans
- Dietary supplements
- Groceries
- Higher medical bills
In most cases, the cost of obesity over a lifetime could cover the cost of the LAP-BAND® again and again.
How much does the LAP-BAND® System cost?
The LAP-BAND® can result in a lifetime of improved health among many other numerous benefits. Pricing varies between weight loss clinics, based on factors such as demand, insurance coverage and location.
Inquire with your LAP-BAND® Specialist can give you a better idea of the costs, insurance coverage, and financing options that are available to you.
Why Spend the Money?
Less Invasive Procedure
The procedure is performed laparoscopically. That basically means that a tiny camera allows the surgeon to see inside your body as he or she performs the procedure. Only a few small incisions are made in the abdomen (about 1.5-2.5 cm each). The band is placed around your stomach using long, thin instruments.
Minimally Disruptive
The procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis and the surgery itself typically takes less than an hour. When the procedure is performed in an inpatient setting, the hospital stay is generally less than one day. In most cases, you’ll get back to your life in a week or two.
Supportive Aftercare Program
Following the placement of the gastric band, you will be provided with the expert guidance and genuine care of a highly-trained team of LAP-BAND® specialists. You will be provided with the tools and learn the techniques to live a long-term healthy lifestyle.
TAMMY LOST 110 LBS.
“Be ready for change, and be willing to change”
The LAP-BAND® offered Tammy control over her weight loss. She lost weight at a pace that was safe and comfortable for her. In less than two years, Tammy lost 110 LBS. with help from the LAP-BAND®.
Results and patient’s experience may vary.
MEET TAMMY
Taking the first steps
It’s important for your weight loss results that you find the right clinic for you. You can speak with a LAP-BAND® specialist about costs and financing options during your consultation.
Lose weight safely and effectively
The LAP-BAND® weight loss program can fit almost any lifestyle, and most budgets too. To find out if it’s the right weight loss solution for you, contact a local clinic today.
Important LAP-BAND® System Safety Information
The LAP-BAND® System is indicated for weight reduction for patients with obesity, with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of at least 40 kg/m2 or a BMI of at least 30 kg/m2 with one or more obesity-related comorbid conditions. It is indicated for use only in adult patients who have failed more conservative weight reduction alternatives, such as supervised diet, exercise and behavior modification programs. Patients who elect to have this surgery must make the commitment to accept significant changes in their eating habits for the rest of their lives.
The LAP-BAND® System is not recommended for non-adult patients, patients with conditions that may make them poor surgical candidates or increase the risk of poor results, who are unwilling or unable to comply with the required dietary restrictions, or who currently are or may be pregnant.
The LAP-BAND® System is a long-term implant. Explant and replacement surgery may be required. Patients who become pregnant or severely ill, or who require more extensive nutrition may require deflation of their bands. Anti-inflammatory agents, such as aspirin, should be used with caution and may contribute to an increased risk of band erosion.
Placement of the LAP-BAND® System is major surgery and, as with any surgery, death can occur. Possible complications include the risks associated with the medications and methods used during surgery, the risks associated with any surgical procedure, and the patient’s ability to tolerate a foreign object implanted in the body. Most common related adverse events include: Band slippage, pouch dilation, stoma obstruction, gastroesophageal reflux, esophageal dilation, cholelithiasis, incisional infection, abdominal pain, gastroenteritis, or nausea and vomiting may occur. Reoperation may be required. Rapid weight loss may result in complications that may require additional surgery. Deflation of the band may alleviate excessively rapid weight loss or esophageal dilation.
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References:
- The Costs of Obesity, In Actual Dollars. [Online]. Available: https://www.valuewalk.com/2016/08/the-costs-of-obesity-in-actual-dollars-chart/. Accessed: December 12, 2016.