Orbera combines a gastric balloon that encourages portion control with a 12-month customized weight loss plan and expert support team.
FDA approved in mid 2015 after 20 years of successful use internationally, the Orbera deflated silicone balloon is placed in the stomach endoscopically — which means no incision, no downtime and minimal risk — and it’s then filled with saline solution. The procedure is done on an outpatient basis in just 20 to 30 minutes using mild sedation.
How It Works. The balloon helps patients eat less by taking up space in the stomach. Losing weight and keeping it off, however, demands lifestyle changes. So the Orbera program also requires a 12-month commitment to diet and exercise supported by our team of bariatric specialists, who are experts in medical management, nutrition and exercise. Six months after the balloon is placed, it is removed — but the lifestyle coaching continues. Your support team works with you for another half year to retrain your appetite, maintain new eating habits and continue your exercise routine. When the year-long program is over, you’ve established healthy lifestyle choices that help you keep the weight off.
