I am considering getting the implant. Does it cause problems to have something in my body for a long time?

All the available birth control devices have been rigorously tested for safety and are FDA-approved to use for years, so it’s safe to use the implant for years at a time. For some people, the implant can be harder to remove. If you can’t feel your implant, see a health care provider to have it checked, even if you aren’t ready to have it removed.

Still not working?

If you’re still bothered by the thought of having a device inside of you, there are plenty of other options, like the shot, the pill, or the patch.