Teens & the Implant

If you're looking for a long-term method of birth control, you might want to consider the implant (Implanon) — a small rod that a health care provider inserts under the skin. It protects against pregnancy for three years and is more than 99 percent effective — but it doesn’t protect against sexually transmitted infections.

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Does it hurt to get the implant?
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Can I get the implant at Planned Parenthood?
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