--- title: "Gastric Balloon - Non-Surgical Weight Loss | Everself" url: https://everself.com/gastric-balloon/ description: "Everself offers a safe, effective and quick way to achieve weight loss with non-invasive and minimal invasive gastric balloon procedures." --- # Gastric Balloon 6-month weight loss booster—no meds needed A drug-free, non-surgical, fully reversible path to weight loss. [Am I a candidate?](https://app.everself.com/signup) 4.8 stars - No incisions, no scars Under anesthesia, the gastric balloon is inserted through the mouth in a quick, 30-minute procedure. No incisions, no visible marks, and no hospital stay. - Temporary balloon, lasting impact A soft balloon about the size of a small grapefruit sits in your stomach for six months, helping you feel full sooner and eat smaller portions—then it's easily removed. - Minimal downtime The 30-minute procedure ends with 1-2 hours of recovery before you go home. After 2-3 days of rest, you're back to your regular schedule. ## A quick 30-minute procedure. Gone in six months – results that stay. No injections needed. - Clinically-proven efficacy - Authorized by the FDA * 12% Average weight loss * 3.1x More effective than diet and exercise alone * 6 months Balloon removed — no trace left behind ## Leading the future of weight care | | Gastric Balloon | ESG Stomach Tightening | Bariatric Surgery | GLP-1 Medications | | ----------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- | | How it works | A soft balloon is filled in your stomach to help you feel full with smaller portions | Stomach is **tightened from the inside** with sutures so you feel full sooner | Stomach is **reduced** or intestines are **rerouted** through surgery | Mimics short-term **satiety hormones** to curb appetite | | Average weight loss | **\~12%** of body weight | \~18% of body weight | \~22–30% of body weight | \~7–15% while on treatment | | Long-term results | **Sustained outcomes possible** with lifestyle changes | Sustained outcomes – \~15% average weight loss maintained at 5 years | Durable results with proper lifestyle support | Weight returns after stopping medication | | Time & recovery | **1–3 days off work** | 1–3 days off work | 1–4 weeks off work | Weekly self-injections required long term | | Major complication rate | **Rare (\~1–2%)** | Rare (\~1–2%) | Higher (10–20%), varies by procedure | Rare, generally mild side effects | | | | | | | > “The gastric balloon gave me my life back. For the first time in my life, I wear a size 8 or 10.” Barb Lost 65 lbs 27% weight loss > “What stands out most is their commitment to their patients' success. Even after having the balloon removed, their team continues to check in with me monthly.” Glorimar Lost 43 lbs 21% weight loss > “What impressed me most about Everself was the professionalism and empathy of his team. They made me feel accompanied at all times, solving my doubts and providing me with support. ” Isola Lost 30 lbs 13% weight loss > “What I’ve gained from this experience is more than just weight loss. I’ve regained my confidence and energy, and I finally feel like I have control over my health again.” Iris Lost 30 lbs 15% weight loss > “The gastric balloon has been the BEST decision I have ever made. Not only was I able to lose 50 pounds and counting, but I was also able to change my eating habits in just 5 months.” Margarett Lost 50 lbs 25% weight loss > “The attention and communication with the Everself team were incredible; they always followed up on my process and gave me very useful advice.” Anais Lost 55 lbs 31% weight loss > “I have lost more than 39 pounds and most importantly my life changed thanks to the wonderful Everself team.” Daniela Lost 39 lbs 22% weight loss > “I really feel very happy with the results obtained. Dr. Thompson and Dr. Jirapinyo are extraordinary, the medical care is excellent. ” Ruxibeth Lost 20 lbs 10% weight loss ## Setting the standard in lasting weight loss | Description | Everself Gastric Balloon | Other Gastric Balloon Programs | | ----------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------ | ------------------------------ | | Expert physicians certified in endoscopic weight care | True | ? | | Concierge support from multidisciplinary care team | True | ? | | Care team check-ins before & after procedure | 15+ | 0-6 | | Ongoing support group | True | ? | | Patient app to track progress | True | ? | ## Is Gastric Balloon right for me? [Am I a candidate?](https://app.everself.com/signup) ## Flexible financing options that work for you [See financing options](https://everself.com/cherry) ### $7,495 Pay upfront with transparent, all-inclusive pricing—no hidden fees or surprises. Know exactly what your procedure costs before you begin. We also accept HSA and FSA payments. [Check eligibility](https://app.everself.com/signup) ### What's included: - Balloon placement and removal - Post-procedure IV fluid therapy - Comprehensive metabolic lab test - 12-month post-procedure support from our multidisciplinary care team - Smart scale and patient app access - Post-procedure 24/7 clinical on-call support - Patient support groups - Integrated weight loss prescription management\ (medications not included) ## Frequently asked questions What is recovery like after a gastric balloon? Patients go home on the same day. Most take a few days off to recover at home before returning to work. After the procedure, patients follow a full liquid meal plan, which includes protein shakes and similar products, then transition to a soft diet, which includes easy-to-eat foods such as oatmeal and bananas, and then return to regular eating. Is the gastric balloon procedure reversible? Yes, this procedure is completely reversible. Your doctor can remove the balloon at any time before 6 months, if needed. Will I gain weight after balloon removal? Unlike ESG/EGP, you may gain weight back after balloon removal. Medications can be used to help limit this. How much does a gastric balloon procedure cost? A gastric balloon procedure costs $7,495, which includes balloon removal at 6 months and 10 virtual visits with your Everself healthcare team. Financing options are available. [Learn more about our pricing and financing options.](https://everself.com/pricing-financing/) ## Citation --- 1. [ASGE Bariatric Endoscopy Task Force and ASGE Technology Committee; Abu Dayyeh BK, Kumar N, Edmundowicz SA, Jonnalagadda S, Larsen M, Sullivan S, Thompson CC, Banerjee S. ASGE Bariatric Endoscopy Task Force systematic review and meta-analysis assessing the ASGE PIVI thresholds for adopting endoscopic bariatric therapies. Gastrointest Endosc. 2015 Sep;82(3):425-38.e5. doi: 10.1016/j.gie.2015.03.1964. Epub 2015 Jul 29. 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