Implanon is at present the only type of contraception implant used in the UK. It is fitted in you upper arm under your skin and is about the same size as a tooth pick. It works in the same fashion as the injection, by stopping you producing an egg every month. At the same time thickens the mucus from your cervix therefore reducing the chances of sperm swimming through. Furthermore thinning the lining of the womb making it less likely to accept fertilised egg.

Does it work?

It is said to be 99% effected, however this does depend on your age, whether you adhere to the instructions and yes you have got it, how often you have sex. Your doctor or family planning clinic will fit it.implanon is long lasting and reversible. The best thing is you don't have to remember to take it.

Is it right for me?

It is said to be 99% effected, however this does depend on your age, whether you adhere to the instructions and yes you have got it, how often you have sex. Your doctor or family planning clinic will fit it.implanon is long lasting and reversible. The best thing is you don't have to remember to take it.

Why not?

• few ladies say they get mood and sex swings along side bloating and tender breasts
• there is a procedure to fit it and removing it your periods can stop
• remember it does not stop STD's
• if your using enzyme-inducing drugs
• Yes. You can see it if you look carefully.

As with any medical procedure, however small. The decision must not be taken lightly and medical advice should always be taken. With this kind of procedure there are psychological issues to be considered. I.e. The ethics. However in today's era contraception is commonplace and accepted almost as much as having lunch. Contraception is better than the alternative. To find out more about Implanon you can ask medical advice or look it up on the internet. Type in Implanon and various sites will appear offering all types of advice including statements from ladies who have tried it. Good research is the key to anything new, especially medical.