In Hollywood Beauty Clinic we are specialized in surgery and non-surgery cosmetic procedures whereby a group of famous doctors and distinguished experts handle the cases utilizing the latest techniques that meet our individual client’s ambitions and expectations. Thus, for the comfort of all our clients we have provided all information related to the beauty surgery procedure or (non-surgery beauty) concerns for our esteemed clients to be well informed and understand the nature of each treatment, its stages and what should be done before or after the procedure.  We have done this in full honesty and credibility.

Gastric Balloon Procedure

Non-Surgical cosmetic procedure that aims to weight loss by downsizing the stomach and reducing food portions through inserting a balloon in the stomach.

• Types of Gastric Balloon Procedure

There are 3 types of surgery, the Doctor selects the appropriate one based on volume of fats that the patient is suffering from :

• • Orbera uses one balloon that enters the stomach with saline filling.
  •  Reshape uses two balloons with normal saline.
  • Obalon uses three balloons that are inserted into the stomach through small capsules filled with Nitrogen gas. The balloon is left in the stomach for six to nine months depending on the patient’s weight.

• Candidates For Gastric Balloon’s Procedure

  •  Those who suffer from obesity and from excessive fat.
  • Those who have a fat indicator range of 30-35 kg. 
  •  Who enjoys good health and is free from any diseases that hinder surgery, such as stomach inflammation or ulcers.
  • Who are over the age of 18 years.
  • Who have never had any stomach or esophagus surgery.

•   Pre Gastric Procedure Advice

  • Fast for four hours before surgery.
  •  Declaration of patient’s health history, in case of any illness or medications.
  • Undergo the necessary x-ray.
  • Refrain from taking any blood thinning medications such as vitamins, alcohol, and green tea. 
  • Stop smoking for a week.

•  Post Gastric Procedure Advice

  • Follow a certain diet after surgery.
  • Drink plenty of water before and after meals.
  • Stop smoking at least during the balloon procedure period.
  • In case of any discomfort, take some painkillers.
  • During balloon surgery, avoid lifting heavy items.

• Stages of Gastric Balloon Procedure

  • First, medical examination to assess the excess fat mass that should be removed and to determine the desired result required by the patient.
  • Second, prepare the patient by giving him/her local anesthesia in addition to some sedatives to help him/her relax.
  •  Third, insert the balloon through the mouth via endoscopy in the case of Orbera surgery and Reshape techniques or inserting capsules in the case of Obalon surgery.
  • Fourth, the balloon will be filled with normal saline in the case of Orbera or Reshape, the balloon is filled with nitrogen gas in the case of Obalon technique.