Utah Lap Band

Welcome recent studies show that LAP-BAND surgery is 10 times safer than gastric bypass. The surgery takes less time to perform, the patient goes home sooner and recovers much quicker than with the bypass. There is no cutting or stapling of the stomach or intestinal rerouting necessary. LAP-BAND is less expensive, less invasive and completely reversible. Call Utah LAP-BAND today for a free consultation and see how LAP-BAND could change your life.


Candidates for LAP-BAND to qualify for the LAP-BAND you must meet the following criteria:


* You're at least 18 years old
* Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is at least 40 kg/m2 or a BMI of at least 30 kg/m2 with one or more obesity related co-morbid conditions. (Check your BMI here)
* Be willing and ready to make significant changes in eating habits
* Be willing have regular office visits to monitor your progress
* Not have any other condition that is untreated and contributing extra weight
* Not drink alcohol in excess
* Not pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant in the next few months
* Contra-indications Addicted to drugs or alcohol
* Any condition that makes you excessive risk for surgery we can help determine this
* Have abnormal function of the esophagus or have had an operation in the upper stomach or lower esophagus that would be an excessive risk for complications
* What can it do for me or why should I consider this option living with excessive weight can affect your overall health, limit your abilities, and shorten your life. The higher your weight and the longer you carry it causes the greatest problem.


There can be dramatic improvements in high blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea, cholesterol, heart burn and wear and tear of joints as well as other problems in those who have these conditions and excessive pounds to lose, even with 30-50 lbs. over ideal weight. Results are variable but most people can expect significant improvement with adequate weight loss.


The Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band is the safest weight loss surgery available. It is performed by five small incisions as an outpatient procedure in most cases, is adjustable, and effective.