IUD Clinic

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Mirena

Over 99% effective in preventing pregnancy and Estrogen-free, the Mirena is now approved for up to eight years and fertility returns on removal. It is FDA-approved and made of soft, flexible plastic. It is also a very good IUD for reducing heavy, crampy periods. Some women choose to replace it sooner if their heavy bleeding returns after 4 - 6 years. 

Their website: https://www.mirenahcp.com/

Kyleena 

The Kyleena is a new 5-year progesterone containing IUD from the same company that makes Mirena. It is smaller than the Mirena and is good for birth control in women who have not had babies yet, lasts 5 years, and also has a very good effect on reducing menstrual flow. For more information about Mirena or Kyleena IUDs, please visit their website:
https://www.kyleena.ca/en

Copper containing IUDs like Flexi -T or Liberte or Mona Lisa

These are hormone-free IUDs with copper wire twisted around the plastic that interferes with the sperms mobility and prevents implantation for women who cannot use any hormones. These ones are not quite as effective as the hormone containing ones and need to be replaced every 3-10 years depending on the type. They can also make periods heavier and more painful so is not ideal if you already have this problem. Copper IUDs are very effective to prevent a pregnancy if you’ve had unprotected intercourse in the last 5 days. We have emergency Copper IUDs for sale in the office if you do not have a prescription.

Nexplanon is a hormonal birth control implant that goes in the arm. It’s just as effective as the pill, but without the daily hassle and lasts up to 3 years. This small, thin, and flexible arm implant is placed discreetly under the skin of the inner, non-dominant upper arm by your healthcare provider.

To learn more about the Nexplanon please visit their website. 

Did you have a Nexplanon inserted and have questions about aftercare? Please visit the Nexplanon aftercare page for information or visit our Forms page to download an instruction sheet.