Where can I get my Contraceptive Implant removed?
A person may choose to remove the Contraceptive Implant for various reasons, including; getting pregnant, switching to another contraceptive, or replacing an old one. Just like the insertion, the removal must be done by a qualified healthcare provider.
For the removal, your provider will numb your arm, make a tiny cut in your skin, and remove the Implant. If you want to continue using an Implant as your contraception, you can immediately have another one inserted [5].
Can I remove my Contraceptive Implant at home?
No. Removing a Contraceptive Implant at home is not an option. The only person qualified to remove it is a specially trained healthcare provider.
What happens when your Contraceptive Implant expires?
A Contraceptive Implant is designed to release hormones that prevent you from getting pregnant for a certain period. Once this period passes, the release of these hormones subsides. You, therefore, run the risk of getting pregnant with a slight probability of it being an ectopic pregnancy. During insertion, note down your contraceptive removal date or ask your healthcare provider to remind you when the removal time nears. In case you delay having the expired implant removed, you must use a backup contraceptive until you can replace it or shift to another contraceptive method.
What if I want to get pregnant and I have a Contraceptive Implant?
While a Contraceptive Implant is a long-term contraceptive that can last up to 5 years, you should be able to remove it at any time and for any reason, including wanting to get pregnant. Like other hormonal contraceptives, the implant is reversible, and most women will ovulate a few weeks after the implant removal. The manufacturers of Nexplanon have even made claims that one can become pregnant within one week of implant removal.
