Archive for May, 2026

10 Things to Know Before Getting the Allurion Balloon Thinking about the Allurion Balloon for weight loss? Before you schedule your consultation, Dr. David G. Davtyan wants you to be fully informed. As a board-certified bariatric surgeon with decades of experience at LapBandLA, Dr. Davtyan has helped countless patients understand exactly what to expect from the Allurion […]

Is the Allurion Balloon Covered by Insurance in 2026? One of the first questions patients ask Dr. David G. Davtyan about the Allurion Balloon is whether insurance will cover it. If you’re exploring gastric balloon insurance coverage options, you’re not alone — and we want to give you a clear, honest answer along with practical ways […]

Allurion Balloon Side Effects: What to Expect Week by Week If you’re considering the Allurion Balloon for weight loss, you probably have one question at the top of your mind: What will the side effects feel like? It’s a completely fair question — and one that Dr. David G. Davtyan believes every patient deserves an honest, […]

How Much Does the Allurion Balloon Cost? Complete Pricing Guide for Los Angeles If you’re considering the Allurion Balloon for non-surgical weight loss, one of your first questions is likely: How much does the Allurion Balloon cost? Understanding the full swallowable balloon cost, what’s included, and how it compares to other weight loss treatments will […]

  Allurion Balloon vs. GLP-1 Medications: Ozempic, Wegovy & Beyond The weight loss landscape has changed dramatically. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound have dominated headlines — but they come with ongoing costs, indefinite injections, and a troubling pattern of weight regain when patients stop. Now, the Allurion Balloon offers a clinically proven, one-time […]

Allurion Balloon vs. Orbera: Which Gastric Balloon Is Right for You? If you’re researching the best gastric balloon in 2026, you’ve likely come across two leading options: the Allurion Balloon and the Orbera Balloon. Both are FDA-approved intragastric balloons designed to help patients achieve meaningful weight loss — but the similarities largely end there. The […]