The gastric balloon is a popular procedure that has many benefits over the other weight loss methods:
- It is usually a cheaper option
- It has a quicker procedure with a lower recovery time
- You usually don’t need to stay overnight in hospital
- There are no scars
- It is a temporary weight loss option so you can use it to kick start your weight loss but don’t have it in place forever
- There is no need to do a special pre–operative diet
- It is a non – surgical option and if you have the swallowable balloon inserted you aren’t even sedated
- It can prevent hunger and help you eat smaller portions
- It is a great tool if you need to lose weight for another weight loss procedure but are unable to lose weight on your own
