Benefits of the Essure procedure
Can be performed in a doctor's office
Because there is no cutting or general anesthesia required, the Essure procedure can be performed safely and comfortably in a doctor's office.
No cutting or burning
The Essure micro-inserts are passed through the body's natural pathways and inserted into the fallopian tubes. Unlike tubal ligation, there is no cutting into the body, burning, or destruction of the fallopian tubes.
No going under general anesthesia
The Essure procedure can be performed in your doctor's office without the need for general anesthesia. Although some physicians may offer general anesthesia, this is not a requirement of the procedure. You should discuss your options with your Essure physician.
No hormones
Unlike many temporary methods of birth control such as birth control pills, the patch, the ring and some IUDs, the Essure micro-inserts do not contain hormones so they will not interfere with your monthly cycle.
No guessing
Your doctor can confirm when you can rely on Essure for birth control.
No slowing down to recover
Most women return to their normal activities within one day.
Short procedure time
The Essure procedure only takes about 13 minutes* for an Essure trained physician to perform. Most women are on their way in an average of 45 minutes.
Covered by insurance
The Essure procedure is covered by most insurance providers. If the procedure is performed in a doctor's office, depending on the insurance plan, your payment may be as low as a simple co-pay. Learn more.
Effective
FDA-approved and in use for over five years, the Essure procedure is 99.80% effective based on 4 years of follow-up, and is the only birth control method with zero pregnancies in clinical trials.
Risks of the Essure procedure
- Perforation, expulsion, or other unsatisfactory location of the micro-insert
- Pregnancy & theoretical increased risk of ectopic pregnancy
- Risks associated with anesthesia
- Pain, cramping, vaginal bleeding, menstrual pattern changes
- Nausea/vomiting, or fainting
As with all procedures, there are risks associated with the Essure procedure. Learn more.
*Average hysteroscope time