The Gastric Balloon is a safe, non-surgical, FDA approved weight loss option for patients looking to lose 20-40lbs. The procedure does not involve any incisions or sutures. It is a simple reversible procedure that takes about 20 minutes to complete, often under just twilight sedation.
FDA Approved, Safe procedure
The ORBERA® gastric balloon has been safely used for over 277,000 patients worldwide over the past 20 years. It was FDA approved in the USA in 2015. Studies have shown patient can lose 3x more weight with the balloon than with diet and exercise alone.
Simple, reversible, endoscopic procedure
A deflated silicone balloon is inserted through the mouth into the stomach under endoscopic guidance. Once in the stomach, the balloon is inflated with up to 700ml of saline (salt water). Once filled, it is roughly the size of a grapefruit. The scope is then removed. The entire procedure lasts approximately 20mins and is often done under just twilight sedation, allowing you to leave the hospital shortly after the procedure.
The balloon remains in the stomach for 6 months helping with fullness, satiety and portion control allowing for healthy weight loss. After 6 months the balloon is removed via a similar, non-surgical, endoscopic procedure.
Two-part program
The balloon occupies space in the stomach helping with portion control. In addition to the balloon, patients have access to our in-office dietician for an entire 12 month period. In addition, patients also have the option of accessing support via the ORBERA® Coach online or as a user-friendly app. The support along with the balloon allow you to make healthy lifestyle changes that are essential in maintaining weight loss in the long-term.
Watch Orbera intragastric balloon animation here