The contraceptive implant is a method of contraception that lasts for 3 years. It contains the hormone progesterone.
It is fitted just under the skin, on the inside of your upper arm. Visit the Contraceptive Choices website: implant for more information.
Implant fitting
This is a relatively quick and straightforward procedure.
Please book a telephone appointment; you will then be given a clinic appointment if appropriate.
Implant replacement
Please book a telephone appointment if you need an implant replacement or if you have changes in your bleeding pattern, abnormal discharge or lower abdominal pain. You will then be given a clinic appointment if appropriate.
What to do if you cannot feel your implant
If you cannot feel the implant in your arm, it is important to discuss this with us or your GP as you may need further tests (like an ultrasound scan) and booking into a specific clinic.
For more information, see can you feel your contraceptive implant?
Implant removal
Please book a telephone appointment ; you will then be given a clinic appointment if appropriate.
If you are having your implant removed because you want to get pregnant, the pregnancy page has information on planning a pregnancy.