What Is Gastric Balloon Surgery?
Gastric balloon surgery is a weight loss procedure that involves placing a saline-filled balloon into the stomach. The balloon helps reduce appetite and cravings by occupying space in the stomach, allowing individuals to feel satisfied with smaller portions. Compared to other weight loss surgeries, gastric balloon surgery is minimally invasive and allows patients to get back to their routine with minimal disruption. At Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery, we're proud to offer the Orbera® Managed Weight Loss System, which is a two-part program that utilizes the Orbera intragastric balloon and long-term diet support to help patients reach their goals. This treatment may be a great weight loss solution for Birmingham, AL individuals who are trying to lose a significant amount of weight and who may have a hard time getting the results they want with diet and exercise alone. Contact us in Birmingham, AL to learn more about gastric balloon surgery.
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Gastric balloon surgery is a minimally invasive procedure, so patients will often require only light sedation. To place the balloon into the stomach, we'll use an endoscope, a flexible surgical tool that we will gently guide through your mouth and esophagus. After placing the balloon, we'll fill it with a saline solution. The procedure is quick, usually taking about 20 minutes. After completing the surgery, we'll provide detailed aftercare instructions, including dietary guidelines. Patients can leave our office shortly after their appointment but should plan on having someone to help them get home while the effects of the sedation diminish. After about six months, the gastric balloon can likely be removed, and we will maintain care with a supervised diet and support system.
What Are the Benefits of Gastric Balloon Surgery?
Gastric balloon surgery can be a great option for those who have a significant amount of weight to lose and may not be seeing the results they'd like through diet and exercise alone. The benefits of this weight loss treatment offered at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery include:
- Provides a minimally invasive option for individuals interested in weight loss surgery
- Helps with weight loss by creating a feeling of fullness
- Patients can lose up to 15% of their body weight
- Reduced risk of complications compared to invasive surgery
- Procedure is quick and comfortable
- Helps prevent obesity-related health complications, including diabetes and heart disease
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Dr. Gunn is awesome to say the least! He done my breast implants and I’m so happy I chose him to do them. After the surgery, I took a short nap then got up, went shopping and to a movie with my husband. Dr. Gunn was very thorough and answered any and every question I had! The nurses are all so nice, knowledgeable, and helpful also. The anesthesiologist was great and talked me through the whole process. Thank you for such an amazing experience!
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Just had breast augmentation yesterday and am already in love. Dr. Hedden was very patient with my questions and concerns and all of his staff are wonderful. The anesthesiologist was great and I was in and out with no memory of anything except sitting on the surgery table. Highly recommend.
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Step Up Your Weight Loss Efforts
The Orbera gastric balloon is a nonsurgical weight loss solution designed to help individuals achieve their weight loss goals by reducing appetite and promoting portion control. At Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery, our plastic surgeons offer this minimally invasive procedure to support patients in their journey toward a healthier lifestyle. For those ready to take control of their weight and improve their overall well-being, contact our Birmingham, AL office today to schedule a consultation and learn how the Orbera gastric balloon can help jumpstart long-term weight loss success.