Hi i was hoping someone can give me some advice....

I am getting married in 70 days, I have had my band since Oct/07, so far I have lost 63 lbs, however I ordered my dress in advance a few sizes too small, anticipating my weight loss.

Now with only a few weeks to go I would like to lose another 20 pounds. I have no restriction right now as I am awaiting my new insurance. I can't afford 500 for a fill, with the wedding coming up.

I have maybe 3 inches to lose in order to fit into my dress.

MY QUESTION IS:

I lost 15 pounds pre-op on the liquid diet, do you think it would be safe for me to do protein shakes as meal replacements for a few weeks- like 4? I will be getting in over 90 grams of protein, and I take a vitamin every day as well as drink a lot of water?

Do you think this will be ok/safe?

Thanks in advance!!!!

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Banding Date:October 18, 2006 Surgeon: Dr. Malhotra
Weight Before Surgery: 286 lbs
Current: 229lbs
4 CC BAND
1st Fill: Nov 30th 2006 (1.2 cc)
2nd Fill: Feb 8th 2007 (1.2 cc)
3rd Fill: Jan 28 2008 (.8cc)