Contraception

Contraceptive Implant (Implanon) in Seoul, Korea

Implanon is a small rod placed under the skin of the upper arm that prevents pregnancy for 3 years. It has the same benefits and drawbacks as the Mirena hormonal IUD, including lighter periods and possible irregular spotting. Many women who have not given birth prefer it to a uterine device. It can be inserted on day 1–5 of your period.

The Clinic

Dami Women's Clinic

Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN
5F Ilex Tower, 375 Yeouidaebang-ro
Yeouido, Seoul · Saetgang Stn, Line 9

 

Hours

Mon, Wed, Thu — 9:30 to 19:00
Tue, Fri — 9:30 to 20:00
Sat — 9:30 to 15:00

Closed for lunch 13:00–14:00, the 2nd Saturday, Sundays and holidays.

 

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What it is

A flexible rod about the size of a matchstick, placed just under the skin of the inner upper arm using local anesthetic.

How long it works

3 years.

Effects

Similar to Mirena: periods often become lighter or less frequent, but some women have irregular spotting.

Who chooses it

Women who have not given birth often prefer an arm implant to a device in the uterus.

Timing

Insertion can be done at any time between day 1 and day 5 of your period.

Removal

A small incision under local anesthetic. Fertility returns quickly after removal.

Reviewed by Dami Women's Clinic (다미산부인과의원), led by Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN. General information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency in Korea, call 119. Medical disclaimer