Surgeons have reported that gastric bypass patients lose weight faster in the first year. At five years, however, many gastric band patients have achieved weight loss comparable to that of gastric bypass patients. You should focus on long-term weight loss and remember that it is important to lose weight gradually while reducing obesity-related risks and improving your health. Does the gastric band procedure require frequent office visits after surgery? Check-ups are a normal and very important part of the follow-up. Will I need plastic surgery for the surplus skin when I have lost a lot of weight? That is not always the case. As a rule, plastic surgery will not be considered for at least a year or two after the operation, as sometimes the skin will mold itself around the new body tissue. Give the skin the time it needs to adjust before you decide to have more surgery. Is it true that the gastric band seems “tighter” in the morning? This is a fairly common feeling, especially for people