Effectiveness: 99.9%

A small, flexible plastic rod put under the skin of the inside, upper part of the users arm. It prevents pregnancy for 3 years. It works by preventing ovulation.

Availability: Prescription only (not available at all doctor offices)
 

Cause of Failures: User doesn’t have the implant removed after 3 years


STI Prevention: None


Note: Minor surgical procedure to have it placed and removed in a doctors office or clinic.
 

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