Is Sugar Toxic?
There is a lot of talk right now about the impact of sugar on our health. While sugar has previously been recognized as a high-calorie sweetener that can lead to serious health concerns such as obesity and type-2 diabetes, new research has linked sugar to a plethora of other health conditions as well. This is[...]
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Dr. Cywes Talks About The LAP-BAND Procedure
What happens during the LAP-BAND procedure and how long will I need to stay in the hospital following the procedure? Many patients have the surgery as an outpatient procedure, but some insurance companies require the patient to have the surgery in the hospital and stay overnight.
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Dr. Cywes Explains the LAP-BAND Recovery Process
How long will it take to recover following the LAP-BAND procedure? Recovery is different from patient to patient. Patients have some pain, but mostly described as soreness.
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The Weight Loss Journey Explained by Dr. Cywes
The Lap-Band journey, patients learn the changes that the lap-band will have on their life.
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Financing Options for your LAP-BAND Procedure
How will I finance the LAP-BAND procedure? The Lap-Band procedure has been embraced by insurance companies as they have seen the positive effect it has on their patients. Financing should not be a stumbling block when the Lap-Band procedure is being considered from a medical and weight loss perspective.
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Understanding Adjustments and LAP-BAND Fills with Dr. Cywes
What happens when a patient comes in for a LAP-BAND fill? A LAP-BAND fill is a procedure that is done in the office to adjust the amount of fluid in the band.
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Is it possible to cure Type II Diabetes?
Dr. Robert Cywes discusses how those who suffer from Type II Diabetes are able to put their disease into remission. Weight loss surgery is not only beneficial to those who suffer from obesity, but it is also beneficial to those who suffer from Type II Diabetes.
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What is Banded Gastric Plication?
The banded gastric plication is a recently introduced investigational procedure that combines the safety and benefit of the gastric plication with that of the laparoscopic adjustable gastric band.
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