The first gastric banding system available in the U.S., the LAP-BAND^® System was originally approved in 2001. In continuing to lead the field with technological advancements, the third generation LAP-BAND AP^® System was FDA-approved in 2006 and launched for public sale in 2007. Featuring proprietary OMNIFORM^® technology, more band sizes and access port sizes than other devices. It conforms to fit your body, allowing for secure placement and limiting the risk of leaks due to creases or folds.

No other FDA-approved gastric banding device has the experience or long-standing safety record of the LAP-BAND^® System. Tested and trusted, it remains the #1 selling gastric band available — with over 550,000 devices sold worldwide. See for yourself.¹ Compare LAP-BAND^® to other gastric bands.

The biggest difference you’ll find is that unlike gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy, the LAP-BAND^® System doesn't involve any cutting or stapling of the stomach, or intestinal rerouting. The LAP-BAND^® procedure is a laparoscopic surgery (sometimes referred to as “band-aid” surgery for its tiny incisions), it can help you achieve steady, healthy and safer weight loss, with a shorter recovery time than other stapling procedures, and comparable weight loss over time.

The LAP-BAND^® System is a long-term surgical implant. Using periodic adjustments as you lose weight, the LAP-BAND^® System allows for gradual, steady, long-term weight loss. The goal is to keep your adjustment level, and diet and activity levels balanced and stable.

The LAP-BAND^® is intended to be a long-term implant. However, if it needs to be removed, generally it can be removed laparoscopically.² Surgeons report that the stomach generally returns to its original shape once the LAP-BAND^® System is removed.³ After the removal, though, you may return to your original weight, or even gain more.³