Hello, I am hoping to have the Lap Band surgery soon. I attended the seminar on Tuesday and I have a few questions, if somone could help me please... 1. Is it put in by going thru your belly button? 2. Did you have to write a 2 page story about why you want it and about being overweight? If so, what kind of things did you write? Should I use certain "key words?" 3. About how much could I expect to lose in the first month? Of course I know this depends on the person. 4. How long is your stomach sore? 5. Do any of you regreat it? 6. Has anyone experienced hair loss? Thanks so much for your time and sharing your experience with me. If you would like to contract me via e-mail my address is [email protected] I look forward to hearing from you all. Ann Marietta, Ga.