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If I choose to undergo weight loss surgery, will I still be able to smoke?
Patients who smoke cigarettes are asked to quit six to eight weeks prior to LAP-BAND/REALIZE Band or gastric bypass weight loss surgery.

Why is exercise important after weight loss surgery?
Not only does exercise burn calories, it also helps to build and preserve muscle. If you don’t exercise daily, your body will consume your unused muscle as you lose weight. This will cause you to lose muscle mass and strength. For this reason, patients are encouraged to begin exercising soon after LAP-BAND/REALIZE Band or gastric bypass surgery. Visit our practice to discuss which type of exercise is appropriate following surgery.

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