Lap Band Surgery: A Safe Form of Bariatric Surgery

Editor's note: this interview reflects the speaker's view at the time. Current guidelines published with ASMBS list a high explant rate, erosion and slip among the band's drawbacks, and French national data show 28% of bands removed at 5 years and 40% at 7.

The lap-band system could be the weight loss solution you’ve been looking for. Whether you need to lose 50 pounds, 100 pounds or more, the Lap-Band can help you reach your weight loss goals and possibly even surpass them. What makes the Lap Band a good fit for many; it comes down to three words: safe, effective, customizable.

Are you looking for a safe weight loss solution?

Christine J. Ren-Fielding, MD: Of all the operations that are available to someone who is trying to control their weight, lap-band is the least invasive and the safest operation that we have to offer?

Are you looking for a proven long-term weight loss solution?

Mary: It’s been seven years and I still slowly lose weight; I’ve not gained any weight since then I’ve still lost weight.

Are you looking for a customizable weight loss solution?

Debbie: The Lap-band is adjustable, and it is individualized 

 Now is the time to take control of your life

Medically reviewed by Dr. David G. Davtyan, MD, FACS, FICS, FASMBS, California medical license G 70030 · October 2026