Surgical Solutions Network
20 Wynford Dr Suite 103B
Toronto, ON M3C 1J4
Phone: (888) 888-4250
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,Thursday, Friday: 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
If stubborn excess weight and its health impacts are affecting your confidence and quality of life, Lap-Band weight loss surgery may be a viable option for you. Surgical Solutions Network offers this procedure at our convenient location in Toronto, Ontario.
Our fellowship-trained bariatric surgeons are highly skilled and have years of experience performing Lap-Band surgery. We are committed to providing you with the personalized care and support you need throughout your weight loss journey.
Request a consultation to meet with our team to discuss your needs and learn if the LAP-BAND procedure is right for you.
At Surgical Solutions Network, we understand the importance of timely access to weight loss surgery. Our streamlined process allows you to speak with a fellowship-trained bariatric surgeon during your free consultation. During your consultation, the surgeon will review your medical history and weight loss goals. If you choose to move forward with the procedure, your surgery can often be booked within four to six weeks.
Our bariatric surgeon will address your questions, goals, and concerns during your in-depth virtual or phone consultation. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide a comfortable and private environment for your surgery, ensuring you receive the most advanced techniques and compassionate care throughout your weight loss journey.
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Lap-Band surgery is performed laparoscopically, using only a few small incisions. This outpatient procedure typically takes about 30 to 60 minutes and is performed laparoscopically to ensure a quicker recovery and minimal scarring. Below is a breakdown of the key steps that take place during the procedure:
Creating a Pouch:
The surgeon places an inflatable silicone band around the upper portion of your stomach to create a small pouch that can hold a limited amount of food. When you eat, the food fills the pouch first, creating a feeling of fullness sooner and allowing you to comfortably consume less food.
Adding the Port:
Your surgeon inserts an adjustment port beneath the skin and secures it to your abdominal muscles. They then connect the port to a small tube. This port allows your surgeon to adjust the band’s tightness by injecting a saline solution.
Our surgeons perform the LAP-BAND procedure laparoscopically using only small incisions. During the surgery, which takes about 30 to 60 minutes to complete, the surgeon places the following three components:
Lap-Band surgery offers a range of potential benefits, including:
Significant Weight Loss:
Studies show that Lap-Band surgery can help patients lose an average of 40% to 50% of their excess weight.
Improved Health:
Weight loss achieved through Lap-Band surgery can significantly improve obesity-related health conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, and high blood pressure.
Adjustable Band:
The adjustable band allows your surgeon to personalize the procedure to your specific needs and weight loss goals.
Reduced Hunger:
The Lap-Band can help regulate hormones that control hunger, leading to a feeling of fullness after eating smaller portions.
Unlike other bariatric procedures, Lap-Band surgery requires periodic adjustments to maintain optimal weight loss. These adjustments involve outpatient visits that can be scheduled with your provider.
Lap-Band surgery may be a suitable option for you if you meet the following criteria:
During your consultation with your bariatric surgeon, we will thoroughly assess your health, weight loss goals, and medical history to determine if the Lap-Band surgery is the right procedure for you.
After Lap-Band surgery, you’ll return home the same day. Most patients return to work and normal activities after about a week, depending on the physical demands of your job. However, you should avoid strenuous exercise for 3 to 4 weeks.
After your weight loss, you’ll feel healthier and more confident. Removing loose skin with body contouring surgery can take your confidence to the next level! Post-weight loss body contouring surgery removes excess skin on the arms, legs, abdomen, and breasts to help you fully enjoy your new, slimmer shape. Learn how we can help.
Elevate Your ShapeAn essential aspect of Lap-Band surgery is the ongoing adjustments required to maintain optimal weight loss. These adjustments, also known as fills or de-fills, involve adding or removing the saline solution through the access port to tighten or loosen the band as needed. Your bariatric team will work with you to determine when adjustments are necessary based on your weight loss progress and hunger cues.
The frequency of adjustments varies by patient but typically ranges from four to six in the first year. Some patients may require fewer adjustments and, in rare cases, may not require any. You may experience temporary mild discomfort following adjustments, but these side effects typically resolve quickly. Adjustments are less common after you’ve reached your goal weight.
The Surgical Solutions Network team is dedicated to helping you achieve your weight loss goals. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our bariatric surgeons.
During your consultation, we will discuss your medical history, assess your suitability for the procedure, and answer any questions you may have. Together, we can determine if Lap-Band weight loss surgery is the right path for your weight loss journey.
