Take Back Your Life This Year with Weight Loss Surgery

Embarking on a weight loss journey through surgical intervention can be life-changing, offering individuals a renewed sense of health, confidence and vitality. Procedures like Gastric Sleeve, Lap-Band, and Gastric Balloon are among the options available to individuals seeking sustainable weight loss solutions. Each method has unique benefits, enabling individuals to take back control of their lives and achieve significant weight loss.

Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Gastric Sleeve surgery involves removing a portion of the stomach, creating a smaller, banana-shaped stomach pouch. This reduces the stomach’s capacity, limiting food intake and leading to earlier satiety. Some of the benefits of Gastric Sleeve procedures include:

• Substantial Weight Loss: Gastric Sleeve surgery often results in significant weight loss, with patients losing a considerable amount of excess weight within the first year after the procedure.
• Reduced Hunger: With a smaller stomach, individuals often experience reduced feelings of hunger, aiding in adherence to healthier eating habits and portion control.
• Improved Health: Beyond weight loss, Gastric Sleeve surgery can lead to improvements in obesity-related health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea.

Gastric sleeve patients not only have a smaller stomach but also gain the benefit of lower production of ghrelin, a hormone that impacts hunger.

Lap-Band Surgery

Lap-Band surgery involves placing an adjustable band around the upper part of the stomach, creating a smaller stomach pouch that limits food intake. Some of the benefits of Lap-Band procedures include:

• Adjustable and Reversible: The Lap-Band is adjustable and reversible, allowing for adjustments to the band’s tightness to optimize weight loss. Additionally, the band can be removed if needed.
• Gradual Weight Loss: Weight loss with Lap-Band surgery is often more gradual compared to other procedures, allowing for a more controlled and sustainable reduction in weight.
• Less Invasive: Lap-Band surgery is considered less invasive than some other bariatric surgeries, resulting in potentially shorter recovery times and reduced post-operative risks.

Lap-Band is a good choice for individuals who want a weight loss solution that is not a permanent change to their body.

Gastric Balloon

Gastric Balloon involves placing a deflated balloon into the stomach and then inflating it to reduce the stomach’s capacity, promoting earlier satiety. Benefits include:

• Non-Surgical Option: Gastric Balloon is a non-surgical procedure, making it less invasive compared to surgical options. It involves a minimally invasive endoscopic placement of the balloon.
• Shorter Recovery Time: Recovery time with Gastric Balloon is often shorter than with surgical procedures, allowing individuals to resume regular activities sooner.
• Jumpstart to Weight Loss: The balloon serves as a temporary aid for weight loss, jumpstarting healthier habits and serving as a catalyst for lifestyle changes.

Gastric Balloon procedures are a viable option for individuals who have 50 pounds or less to lose or want a non-surgical option to begin a longer weight loss journey.

Weight loss procedures like Gastric Sleeve, Lap-Band and Gastric Balloon offer individuals struggling with obesity a chance to take control of their health and transform their lives. Each procedure presents unique benefits, providing effective tools to achieve significant weight loss and improve overall well-being. However, it is crucial to consult with a qualified bariatric specialist to determine the most suitable procedure based on individual health, lifestyle and weight loss goals. At The Weight Loss Surgery Center of Los Angeles, our bariatric procedures are part of a comprehensive weight loss program that includes dietary changes, exercise and ongoing support to ensure long-term success in achieving and maintaining a healthier weight and lifestyle.

If you are ready to take back your life with a weight loss procedure, contact our team at The Weight Loss Surgery Center of Los Angeles. Call our office to schedule your consultation with Dr. David Davtyan.