Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) Surgery

Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) Surgery is a non invasive form of bariatric surgery that doesn’t involve cuts or incisions because the surgeon accesses the stomach via the mouth. TOGA is part of the popular development of incision free weight loss techniques.

What are the benefits of Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) Surgery?

Traditional forms of Gastric Band Surgery that involve accessing the stomach area through incisions to the skin have been around for sometime. More recently surgeons have developed techniques to achieve the same results that lead to a reduced stomach area and drastic weight loss but without cutting or creating incisions on the skin.

Aside from the usual weight loss benefits gained from surgical forms of bariatric surgery, Transoral Gastroplasty or TOGA avoids some of the complications such as infections that can come with invasive surgery and it leaves no scars or marks on the skin. Patients that undergo this procedure are severely obese and have tried straightforward weight loss techniques such as dieting and exercise but have not achieved significant and permanent weight loss results.

What does Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) Surgery involve?

Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) Surgery involves using a specialist stapling device that is inserted via the mouth into the stomach. The device uses suction to gather up stomach tissue which is then stapled using strong titanium fasteners. TOGA Surgery results in a smaller stomach pouch so it takes less food for the patient to feel full and should lead to dramatic weight loss for severely obese patients.

Having Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) Surgery is a generally safe procedure but choosing to have any procedure is a serious and personal decision. If you decide that this is right for you then further information on Transoral Gastroplasty/ TOGA Surgery, your suitability and the possible side effects will be provided by a qualified practitioner during the consultation stage pre surgery.

What are the costs of Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) Surgery?

Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) Surgery costs vary depending on the clinic you choose and various other factors. The procedure is still undergoing trial so its availability is limited.

How can I afford a Transoral Gastroplasty (TOGA) Surgery?

Clinics understand the importance of providing flexible payment options to their customers. Most offer a monthly repayment plan and finance options which start at 0% APR. Loans are typically repaid over a 12 to 48 month period.