Who has had Dr. Chris Dyas in Mobile?

Hi, I have Dr. Dyas who is supposed to be an excellent doctor-am having the lapband done in August.  I was supposed to have it done on July 17, but had to re-schedule it. I really don't feel like I have gotten alot of information on what to expect AFTER the surgery.  Most of the info I have is from the internet.  I've seen some people who stayed on the liquid/mushy foods for 6 weeks and then went to real food.  And, I've also read where some people were able to go to real foods sooner. What is the story for some of you-your experiences.   I really want to know what it is like when you start eating real food.  Can you eat pretty much what you want to-just not the same amount?  Are their foods that any of you can not eat now that you could before.  Is it miserable at all, or am I just panicking???? I really want to lose about 90 lbs, but I have this need to know what to expect.   Also, what do people mean when they say PBing?? Thanks!

Have you gone to any support group meetings?  I have found those to be very helpful in getting questions answered, both when I was pre-op and post-op.  I don't know anything about banding since I had the RNY bypass.  Have you tried posting on the Lap Band board? http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/LapBand/a,messageboard/boa rd_id,5359/ Also, here is some info on PB'ing, from what I understand is "productive belching or burping" http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/LapBand/a,messageboard/act ion,replies/board_id,5359/cat_id,4959/topic_id,3649733/page, 1/ I hope that helps. Sandi