Birth Control & Contraception Options in Baltimore, MD
When it comes to birth control and contraceptives, knowing your options is important. At Women’s Health and Cosmetic Services of Maryland, we offer a wide range of birth control and contraception options to keep you protected from any unplanned surprises. Located in Glen Burnie, we serve residents in Baltimore and Annapolis, as well as the surrounding Maryland communities.
What is Birth Control and Contraception?
Birth control and contraceptives are methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy by preventing the sperm to fertilize the egg. Birth control and contraceptives are not all the same. Birth control does not prevent the transmission of diseases, whereas contraceptives, such as condoms, are able to prevent sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy by creating a barrier.
How Much Does Birth Control and Contraception Cost?
Costs for birth control and contraception will vary depending on the particular treatment selected. Some methods may be covered under insurance. All costs as well as any possible
financing
options will be discussed prior to treatment during your personal consultation at the Women’s Health and Cosmetic Services of Maryland.
What Types of Birth Control and Contraception are Available?
There are a variety of types of birth control and conception methods that work in different ways. Birth control such as pills, the vaginal ring, the patch, arm implants (Nexplanon), and depo progesterone injections are considered hormonal contraceptives. These methods help to prevent pregnancy by controlling hormone levels so to stop the process of ovulation.
The Hormonal Contraceptives include birth control pills, the vaginal ring, the patch, implants, and injections. These methods work by delivering a steady state of hormones that stops the natural process of ovulation so an egg is not released.
The Barrier Methods of birth control include the diaphragm, cervical cap, and condoms for men and women. These methods block the passage of sperm so that fertilization of an egg cannot occur.
Contraceptive devices including the diaphragm, cervical cap, and condoms for men and women act as a barrier so the sperm cannot reach the egg and initiate fertilization.
An IUD, or intrauterine device, is a device that is actually implanted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.
DO you Remove Birth Control Arm Implants?
Yes we do perform removal of birth control implants (Nexplanon) and reinsert if desired. Please contact us to schedule removal of your birth control implant (Nexplanon). The procedure is done under local anesthesia and is painless. Removal of birth control arm implant is a quick procedure usually takes less than 5 minutes.
Which Birth Control and Contraception Method is Right for Me?
No birth control method is 100 percent effective at preventing pregnancy. Some methods, however, are more effective for different individuals. Your lifestyle and overall health will help to determine which birth control methods is right for you.
Benefits of Birth Control and Contraception?
The biggest benefit of using birth control and contraceptives is the ability to prevent unplanned pregnancies. Some hormonal birth control methods can help to regulate and control menstrual periods and help to alleviate pain due to cramping and endometriosis.
Don’t be caught by surprise, stay protected with the proper birth control and contraception method that fits your lifestyle and needs. Contact
us at Women’s Health and Cosmetic Services of Maryland to discuss your options. We proudly serve residents of Baltimore, Annapolis and Washington, DC.
