FAQ

At Alora, we leverage years of experience to craft personalised plans that align with your lifestyle, avoiding restrictive diets. Our holistic approach addresses both physical and mental well-being, and our welcoming clinic environment is staffed by experienced professionals dedicated to supporting you.

During your consultation, we’ll discuss your weight loss objectives, medical history, and lifestyle. Together, we’ll select the appropriate program and develop a personalised plan to suit your needs.

Program costs vary based on individual needs. We offer a range of packages to accommodate different budgets, and pricing details will be provided during your consultation.

We view weight loss as an ongoing journey. Our team is committed to supporting you throughout, offering continuous guidance to help you remain on track and achieve your goals.

A gastric balloon is a non-surgical weight loss solution involving a soft, inflatable balloon placed in the stomach to help individuals feel fuller and eat less. It occupies space in the stomach, promoting a sense of fullness and reducing food intake. The balloon remains in the stomach temporarily, with the duration depending on the specific type of balloon used.

The Allurion Balloon is swallowed as a capsule during a brief outpatient visit. Once in the stomach, it is filled with water through a catheter, creating a feeling of fullness to help control portion sizes and encourage healthier eating habits. After approximately four months, the balloon self-empties and passes naturally from the body.

The initial consultation may be eligible for a Medicare rebate with a GP referral. While the program is not covered by private health insurance, most clinics offer financing and payment plans.

Many clinics in Australia support the application process for patients who meet certain BMI criteria and have two or more comorbidities.

Most participants achieve their weight loss goals with the Allurion Program alone. However, for some, combining the program with other therapies, such as weight-loss medications, may be beneficial.

Weight loss varies among individuals. Clinical studies have shown that patients can lose an average of 10–15% of their total body weight during the approximately four-month period that the balloon is in place. Sustained weight loss depends on adherence to dietary and lifestyle changes.

After the balloon passes naturally, ongoing support from the program continues to help maintain weight loss. This includes nutritional guidance, behavioural support, and access to digital tools to track progress and sustain healthy habits.

Swallowing the capsule containing the Allurion Balloon may concern some individuals, particularly due to the gag reflex. However, the procedure is designed to be straightforward, and healthcare professionals provide guidance to facilitate the process.

The intragastric balloon is designed to assist with weight loss in individuals who have 10 to 30 kilograms to lose, with a minimum BMI of 27. It is also suitable for those not eligible for other forms of weight loss surgery.

Side effects are usually limited to the first 5 days after insertion, with the first 3 days being the most severe. Symptoms typically disappear completely after this period and may only recur mildly if dietary guidelines are not followed.

The duration depends on the type of balloon. The Allurion Balloon is designed to self-deflate after approximately 4 months.

• Appetite Suppression: Weight Loss Medications reduce hunger by acting on areas of the brain that control appetite.
• Improved Blood Sugar Control: By slowing the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream, these medications stabilize blood sugar levels, which can reduce cravings.
• Delayed Gastric Emptying: Slowing the rate at which food leaves the stomach prolongs feelings of fullness, helping you eat less.

• Clinically proven weight loss results
• Reduced risk of weight-related health conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease
• Improved metabolic health and overall well-being
• Easy-to-use once-weekly injections or daily tablets, depending on the medication