A gastric sleeve in Waxahachie, performed by Dr. Chad Carlton, helps you lose weight by reducing your stomach size. This minimally invasive procedure improves your health, reduces hunger, and supports a healthier lifestyle with personalized care from our expert team.
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Shrink Your Stomach by 75%
Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, is a minimally invasive weight loss procedure where a large portion of your stomach is removed, leaving a smaller, tube-shaped stomach or “sleeve.” This reduces your stomach’s size by about 75%, helping you feel full faster and consume fewer calories. Additionally, the surgery removes the part of the stomach that produces ghrelin, a hormone responsible for hunger, reducing your appetite. By limiting food intake and curbing hunger, gastric sleeve surgery promotes significant weight loss.
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Experience life-changing weight loss with gastric sleeve surgery at LoneStar Bariatrics, available at our Plano and Waxahachie locations. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.
Benefits of Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Reduces stomach size by 75%, helping you eat less and feel full faster
- Promotes weight loss, with most patients losing 60–70% of excess weight within a year
- Improves obesity-related conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea
- Minimally invasive procedure with smaller incisions and quicker recovery time
- Removes the hunger hormone ghrelin, reducing appetite
- Does not involve the placement of foreign objects, unlike gastric bands
- Offers long-term weight loss with proper diet and exercise
- Enhances quality of life and increases mobility
How Does the Gastric Sleeve Surgery Work?
Gastric sleeve in Waxahachie, or sleeve gastrectomy, involves removing about 75% of the stomach, leaving a narrow, tube-like structure. This significantly reduces the stomach’s capacity, meaning it can hold less food. A smaller stomach makes you feel full much faster, helping you eat less and reduce calorie intake. Additionally, the part of the stomach that produces ghrelin, the hormone responsible for stimulating hunger, is removed during the procedure. This hormonal change reduces appetite, making it easier to maintain a calorie deficit for weight loss.
The surgery also affects how your body processes food. With less space for food and a reduced appetite, your body begins using stored fat for energy, leading to steady weight loss. Gastric sleeve surgery doesn’t alter nutrient absorption, but the smaller stomach size requires you to eat nutrient-dense foods and take lifelong vitamin supplements to maintain good health.
Am I a Candidate for Gastric Sleeve?
You might be a candidate for gastric sleeve surgery if you have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher or a BMI of 35–39.9 with obesity-related health issues like diabetes or high blood pressure. This procedure is typically for individuals who have struggled to lose weight through diet and exercise alone. During a consultation, Dr. Carlton will assess your overall health, weight loss goals, and medical history to determine if a gastric sleeve is the right choice for you.
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Patient Journeys
“I have had many unsuccessful diets and personal trainers as well as really bad Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) so I have struggled with my weight my whole life.”
“I had been diagnosed as pre-diabetic, had sleep apnea, and was just generally not happy with how much I weighed, so I started Googling…”
“I had tried so many different diets for so many years and ended up continually discouraged, continually sending myself in a shame spiral, and delving even further into disordered eating.”
“Before surgery, I was vomiting daily and could not use weight. I felt awful, gross and worthless. I found Lonestar Bariatrics on… “
“I had tried every diet out there to lose weight and nothing helped – I actually continued to gain weight when on diets. I was at a crossroads between a long, happy life… “
“I had tried diets and pills, and working out, I tried everything!!! Thankfully, a friend told me about Dr. Carlton, so I reached out.”
Gastric Sleeve FAQs
How Long Does Gastric Sleeve Surgery Take?
Gastric sleeve surgery in Waxahachie typically takes 1–2 hours to perform. It is minimally invasive and done laparoscopically, using small incisions for a faster recovery and reduced pain compared to traditional open surgery.
What Is the Recovery Time for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Most patients can return home the same day or the day after surgery. You can resume light activities within a week and return to work in 2-4 weeks, depending on the physical demands of your job. Full recovery, including adjusting to a new diet, takes several months.
Will I Need to Follow a Special Diet After Surgery?
Yes, after surgery, you’ll follow a phased diet. You’ll begin with liquids, transition to pureed foods, then soft foods, and finally solid foods. This gradual approach helps your stomach heal and adapt to its smaller size.
Can the Stomach Stretch After Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
While your stomach may stretch slightly over time, it is unlikely to return to its original size if you follow the recommended dietary guidelines. Overeating can lead to stretching, so it’s essential to stick to portion sizes and healthy eating habits.
Will I Need to Take Vitamin Supplements?
Yes, because your smaller stomach may absorb fewer nutrients, you’ll need to take lifelong vitamin and mineral supplements. Common supplements to meet your nutritional needs include multivitamins, calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12.
Why Choose Dr. Carlton?
Dr. Carlton is a board-certified bariatric and general surgeon, as well as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive gastric sleeve surgery to help you reduce your stomach size, eat less, and lose weight. This procedure supports long-term weight loss and improves conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea. Take the first step toward a healthier life—schedule your consultation for gastric sleeve surgery in Waxahachie today.
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