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A contraceptive implant works to prevent pregnancy by releasing a low, steady dose of the hormone progestin. Contraceptive implants are a long-term birth control method.

is a long-acting birth control? Yes, is a small (about the size of a matchstick), thin, and flexible birth control implant that provides 3 years* of continuous pregnancy prevention.

Implantable contraception is a very effective method of birth control. Over the course of 1 year, fewer than 1 out of 100 typical couples using the implant will have an accidental pregnancy. The chances of getting pregnant increase if someone waits longer than 3 years to replace the tube. Implantable Contraception (for Teens) | Nemours KidsHealth kidshealth.org https://kidshealth.org › teens › contraception-implantable kidshealth.org https://kidshealth.org › teens › contraception-implantable

One of the awesome things about the implant is that it lasts for a long time — up to 5 years — but it's not permanent. If you decide you want to get pregnant or you just don't want to have your implant anymore, your doctor can take it out. You're able to get pregnant quickly after the implant is removed.

Because your implant must be removed by the end of the third year, it's important for you to stay on top of your removal date.

If implanted correctly, it's more than 99% effective. Fewer than 1 in 1,000 people who use the implant as contraception for 3 years will get pregnant. It's placed under the skin of your upper arm by a doctor or nurse to prevent pregnancy. It does not protect you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

You'll need to use another form of contraception such as condoms until you've had the implant in for 7 days. The contraceptive implant needs to be replaced after 3 years because it becomes less effective at preventing pregnancy.

The most common side effect is irregular bleeding (aka spotting), especially in the first 6-12 months. But most people on the implant get lighter periods, or their periods stop altogether while they have the implant. Other possible side effects that aren't as common include headaches, breast pain, and nausea.

The most common side effect is irregular bleeding (aka spotting), especially in the first 6-12 months. But most people on the implant get lighter periods, or their periods stop altogether while they have the implant. Other possible side effects that aren't as common include headaches, breast pain, and nausea.