Can a patient immediately rely on Essure for permanent birth control after the procedure?
No. It takes at least three months before the physician can advise the patient whether the Essure micro-insert can be relied on for permanent birth control and this can only be done after the patient undergoes a hysterosalpingogram to evaluate tubal occlusion and micro-insert location. The patient will need to use an alternative form of contraception during this three-month waiting period. Acceptable forms of alternative contraception include oral contraceptives, injectable hormones, barrier methods such as condoms or the diaphragm, or implants, where available. IUDs cannot be used during this time.
