Health Center - Birth Control
For many women, birth control pills are the contraception method of choice. “The pill” has evolved over the years and more options exist than ever before. Unsure which is the right birth control method for you? Not sure what to do if you miss a pill? Find answers to these questions and more here.
Birth Control Pills Guide
Permanent Birth Control: Understanding Your Options
Nonsurgical permanent birth control (sometimes called fallopian tube occlusion): This procedure involves inserting a small insert in each fallopian tube. A natural barrier forms around the inserts in about three months, blocking the tubes. The procedure can be performed in your doctor's office. No anesthesia is required, though local anesthesia may be used, depending on the procedure and the patient. Backup contraception is required until you have your three-month follow-up appointment to ensure the inserts are in place and the fallopian tubes are blocked.
