Birth Control and Contraceptives

Today there are many different options available for birth control and pregnancy prevention. The contraceptive method that is best for you is dependent upon your lifestyle and reproductive needs. Our doctors and nurse practitioners can provide an evaluation and the counseling necessary to determine which method best suits your personal needs.

Types of Birth Control

Hormonal

Pills, Patches, and Rings

  • May clear skin
  • Reduces cramps
  • Lighter periods
  • Helps prevent cysts on ovaries
  • Lowers risk of ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, and benign breast disease

Mini Pill

  • Lower dose pill with progesterone only; no estrogen

  • A good option for women who cannot take estrogen
    because they are breastfeeding, or for whom
    estrogen-containing products cause severe
    headaches or high blood pressure

  • Good option for older women that smoke

Shots

  • Reduces or eliminates periods

  • Reduces symptoms associated with periods

  • Need shot every 3 months

Implant

  • Small implant under the skin on arm

  • Lasts 3 years

  • Controls periods

IUDs (Intra Uterine Device)

  • Periods are lighter or non-existent
  • No need for pills or shots

Contact us today
to schedule an evaluation to determine your ideal method of contraception

Barrier Contraception

Diaphragm

  • Non-hormonal

  • Temporary or removable 

  • Helps prevent STIs (sexually transmitted infections)

Sterilization

Outpatient Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation

  • Minimally invasive

  • Very effective

  • Permanent

  • No incision

Frequently Asked Questions

Many options are not associated with weight gain. Ask our doctors which options you have to avoid gaining weight.

No form of birth control causes cancer, and some pills actually decrease the likeliness of several types of cancer.

No, there is no affect on hormone levels.

Each has its unique advantages and disadvantages. Our physicians can help choose which type is right for you.

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