Contraceptives

Contraceptives

There are many birth control options available today, and it may seem difficult to know which one is right for you. Dr. Farmer will discuss the needs and concerns you have and guide you to the right method. From oral, injectable, temporary to permanent, Dr. Farmer will give you all of your options for contraception and find the one that works for you and your lifestyle.

Below are a few examples of offered forms of birth control. For a complete list of options, please call 817.571.6863.

Mirena

Mirena is a form of birth control that is inserted into the uterus by your doctor in-office and works continuously with your body to prevent pregnancy for up to five years.

Essure

Essure is an in-office procedure for women who wish to have a permanent method of birth control. This gentle procedure involves placing soft and flexible inserts into the fallopian tubes.

Gardasil

Gardasil is the only cervical cancer vaccine that can protect against four types of human papillomavirus (HPV). Two of these types cause up to 70% of cervical cancer cases while the other two cause 90% of genital warts cases.