FILLS

[BandDiva]

So, I have noticed Dr. Ortiz recomends just a few fills, correct? Is this view different than that of U.S Doctors? Alot of you are going for a second fill just a month or 6 weeks after your first fill. Is this standard? My book hasn't arrived yet. Just wondering if you are doing this because you feel you need it or because Doctors are telling you to come for a fill? I am not understanding when you go for a fill (how often)? It seems everyone has a different opinion. I called another place today, and they told me something else! I am confused! HELP! I guess Dr. Ortiz will set me straight. LOL

[Kittycat]

Hi Dana, my surgeon here in Canada, saw me on 5 weeks after surgery to check if I needed a fill, I did not, but shortly afterwards I did. I had surgery on June 10th, had restriction for about 6-7 weeks. My surgeon put 3cc in my 9cc band during surgery, which I found out when I had my first fill on July 30th, he added 1cc more, total 4cc in 9cc band. I see him monthly now until I hit the "sweetspot". I had my 2nd fill on Aug 27th and see him again on Sept 27th. I would say that you are paying for it, you decide when you want it.

I would wait 5-6 weeks from surgery for the first one and then book a month at a time, if you can.

Good Luck!!

[Clynn]

There is no schedule for fills and each person will experience the need for a fill differently. I've had success with several fills. My boyfriend has lost around 140 pounds and has never had a fill. Your first fill is recommended 6-8 weeks after surgery but after that, my philosophy has been to schedule a fill when I feel I need one and not worry about it otherwise.

[premiema]

Is it common to have fill while in surgery or does Dr.O just put the band in without a fill?

[dawns]

Is it common to have fill while in surgery or does Dr.O just put the band in without a fill?

Dr. Ortiz does not put any saline in the band during surgery. He recommends a fill at 6 - 8 weeks.

dawns