LAP-BAND
Do you struggle to lose weight? Would you like to take control of your health? You may be able to lose excess pounds with gastric banding.
Dr. A. Joseph Cribbins III has decades of experience providing safe, customizable, and effective weight loss with the LAP-BAND® system.
Learn how a visit to the Texas Center for Bariatrics & Advanced Surgery in Plano, TX, can change your life for the better.
About LAP-BAND Surgery - How Does It Work?
Over 1,000,000 people worldwide have chosen the Lap-Band Program. Lap-Band is the least invasive of the weight-loss surgeries.
An Adjustable Silicone Band
LAP-BAND is short for laparoscopic adjustable gastric band. The device itself is an inflatable silicone band. During the procedure, our bariatric surgeon in Plano, TX, places the gastric band around the top portion of the stomach, which helps reduce the size of the stomach. Food fills the upper stomach pouch and then proceeds to the rest of the stomach for normal digestion.
Restricting Calories
A smaller stomach pouch means you will feel full faster than usual. Reducing the sensation of hunger between meals can be an immense help in adopting a healthier diet. As a result, the gastric band reduces daily calorie consumption for safe, rapid loss of excess weight.
Patricia's Transformation 220 Pounds Lighter Thanks to LAP-BAND Surgery
Take the First Step Toward a Positive Change
Losing weight and keeping it off can be a challenge. LAP-BAND surgery can help you control feelings of hunger and limit your daily calorie intake. Dr. Cribbins can also adjust the gastric band when needed to help you achieve your long-term health and weight loss goals.
Dr. Cribbins is also one of very few doctors in DFW with an in-house LAP-BAND fill program with a fluoroscopy machine (an imaging machine that shows a continuous X-ray image) for quick and easy band adjustments.
Dr. Cribbins has been in practice since 2001 and is proud to be affiliated with:
The American Board of Surgery
The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
The American College of Surgeons (ACS)
If you would like to find out if gastric banding is right for you, contact our Plano, TX, practice online or call our office at:
(214) 501-1333
“Truly life-changing.”
RaeAnn Everett
Plano, TX
2026
My experience with Dr. Cribbins and his team has been truly life-changing. From my very first appointment, he made me feel understood, supported, and completely comfortable. He walked me through every step of the bariatric surgery process, answered all my questions with patience, and eased every worry I had.
View on GoogleShanetra Roach
Plano, TX
2026
Dr. Cribbins is an expert in his field and his down to earth demeanor and compassionate spirit made me feel like it is possible for me to gain my health back after years of failure. If you are looking for a place that feels like home, that will do whatever is necessary to help you in restoring your health, this is it! Not to mention Marty the office Corgi is a ham! And he will visit you at the hospital during recovery. They will always be my medical family! I am most grateful
View on Google“Would not go anywhere else.”
Stephanie underwent LAP-BAND® surgery with Dr. Cribbins in 2012, but after she broke her back and struggled with immobility, she needed a little extra help to maintain her results. Our team was pleased to reconnect with Stephanie and help her with her needs years later. Once you’re a patient at Texas Center for Bariatrics & Advanced Surgery, you’re a patient for life.
LAP-BAND Candidacy Is it the Weight Loss Surgery for Me?
LAP-BAND surgery is suitable for many individuals who are at least 18 years old. During your visit to our Plano bariatric surgeon's office, we will assess your health and eligibility for the procedure. Three key candidacy factors:
To qualify for LAP-BAND surgery, you should have a BMI of 40 or greater. You may qualify for a LAP-BAND if you have a BMI of at least 35 and suffer from other conditions associated with obesity, such as diabetes.
LAP-BAND patients have typically tried to lose weight multiple times in the past with only limited success. It's common for people to turn to bariatric surgery if diet and exercise alone have proven ineffective.
While the LAP-BAND itself is designed to provide a significant aid in losing weight, your own self-discipline regarding the foods you eat, the portions of those foods, and physical activity are equally important.
Answering All Your Questions
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There is a lot of misinformation about LAP-BAND surgery out there. During your visit to the Texas Center for Bariatrics & Advanced Surgery in Plano, Drs. Cribbins and his team will be sure to provide detailed answers to any questions you have about gastric banding or any weight loss surgery.
Kawona's Transformation LAP-BAND Helped Her Lose 170 Pounds
Schedule a LAP-BAND Consultation
Gastric banding may be what you need to overcome weight issues and lead a healthier, more fulfilling life. Dr. Cribbins and his team are here to answer any questions you may have. If you are interested in LAP-BAND surgery, contact the Texas Center for Bariatrics & Advanced Surgery online or call our Plano, TX, practice at:
(214) 501-1333
"Outstanding in every way! Communication, follow up, all of it…"
- Al Norman - 5 Star Google Review - 2023
LAP-BAND is an ultra-minimally invasive Da Vinci surgery that is usually performed as an outpatient procedure in less than an hour, with most patients returning home the same day. It is backed by over 25 years of clinical evidence.
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Life After LAP-BAND Surgery
The Post-Op Diet
In the first two weeks after LAP-BAND surgery, you will be on a liquid-only diet. In the third week after surgery, pureed foods can be eaten. In the fourth week, you can begin eating soft textured foods with no lumps. By weeks five and six, soft solid foods can be reintroduced into your diet, but they must be chewed thoroughly and savored.
Initial Weight Loss
In the first month or two after getting a LAP-BAND, you'll notice a dramatic reduction in your weight thanks to the post-op diet and reduced calorie consumption. The early rate of weight loss will slow down as your body adjusts to the changes in your dietary habits.
Long-Term Weight Loss
To achieve your long-term wellness goals after getting a LAP-BAND, you'll need to commit yourself to meaningful lifestyle changes. That means exercise, eating healthy, and other smart habits. It can be a lot of work, but Dr. Cribbins and his staff are here to lend our support.Full-Service LAP-BAND Aftercare FILLS AND CHECKUPS BY EXPERIENCED DOCTORS
After getting a LAP-BAND at the Texas Center for Bariatrics & Advanced Surgery, patients can return to the practice for any necessary aftercare, maintenance, and adjustments. This will help ensure long-term health goals are reached, and that your LAP-BAND is always meeting your needs.
Dr. Cribbins, Dr. Chen, and nurse practitioner Mickey Patel will perform fills themselves. In fact, they have performed more than 10,000 gastric band fills in over 20 years. Our office has its own in-house fluoroscopy machine for fast and easy band adjustments.
Fills are affordable at just $250 and patients from other surgeons are welcome.
LAP-BAND Fills Why Do I Need Them?
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A LAP-BAND fill involves the injection of saline into the band. This adjusts the fit of the band and can improve the overall results of the weight loss surgery. During the first year, LAP-BAND patients may need three or more fills to find the right fit. After the first year, fills and adjustments are only needed about once or twice a year.
