NEXPLANON
NEXPLANON IN CALGARY
What is NEXPLANON?
Is NEXPLANON Right for You?
When deciding whether or not NEXPLANON is right for you, it is important to consult with your doctor and the knowledgeable physicians at our facility. They can provide you with relevant information and guidance about your situation, including whether or not NEXPLANON is right for you. Being confident in your choice of contraceptive is always a good first step.
NEXPLANON birth control is over 99.9% effective in stopping pregnancies and lasts for three years. Plus, it is reversible, meaning that we can remove it at any time. This makes it one of the best contraceptive options for preventing unwanted pregnancies.
Overall, hormonal implants are one of the best, non-permanent methods of contraception available. And as unplanned pregnancies can fundamentally change a woman’s life, these options are a major benefit to anyone looking to reduce their risk of having an unplanned pregnancy.
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You should not use NEXPLANON if you:
Furthermore, you should speak with our healthcare team before choosing NEXPLANON if you:
During the minor surgical procedure, the insertion area is first numbed, and then an applicator guides the hormone implant into place. Immediately after the procedure, you and your healthcare provider will feel for NEXPLANON birth control to ensure it is inserted correctly. The insertion of the device takes less than 10 minutes.
It is important to feel for the implant to ensure that it is inserted correctly. If it was not inserted or inserted too deeply, it could lead to problems or unwanted pregnancy. For 24 hours after insertion, you will need to wear a pressure bandage to ensure proper healing at the site. An adhesive bandage will remain in place for three days. Finally, you will receive a user card that notes the insertion date and expected removal date (3 years after insertion). Keep this with your medical records.
Before the end of the third year after insertion, simply book an appointment to remove the NEXPLANON implant. This will also require a minor surgical procedure. You may become pregnant as early as one week after removal, so be sure to start another birth control method right away if you do not want to get pregnant. It is an option to have NEXPLANON replaced with a new device on the same day of removal if you wish to continue with this contraceptive.
How Effective is NEXPLANON?
NEXPLANON is more than 99% effective in stopping pregnancy.
- They are one of the most effective contraceptives available, matching the prevention rates (99%) of hormone injections, Intrauterine devices (IUDs) and sterilization.
- They are reversible. At any time in the three years after insertion, simply book an appointment to remove the device and consult with your healthcare provider.
- NEXPLANON is also easy to use. Unlike pills, patches, rings and injection methods that rely on regular schedules to maintain their effectiveness, hormonal implants are effective until removal.
- NEXPLANON lasts for three years, making it a long-term contraceptive.
To learn more about NEXPLANON, including the cost and information on whether or not it is right for you, contact our staff. We will be happy to guide you through your options and answer any questions you may have.
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