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A copper IUD is an intrauterine device with a plastic frame and a fine copper wire. It is a non-hormonal form of birth control, in contrast to the Kyleena IUD. The contraceptive is placed into the uterus, where a fine nylon thread extends from the cervix to the top of the vagina to prevent pregnancy. They are also often used as emergency contraceptives. Some brands of copper IUDs have been classified by CDC to protect from unplanned pregnancies for up to 10 years.

There are two varieties of copper IUDs, with respective useful lifetimes of five and ten years. It can be used in premenopausal women of all ages, including teenagers.

There are different ways that copper IUDs work to help prevent pregnancy:

• Copper acts on the sperm and egg to prevent sperm from causing fertilization.
• The IUD alters the uterus’ lining to make it less conducive to supporting egg fertilization.
• Slows down the transportation of the egg, thus delaying the likeliness of the egg and sperm meeting.

The IUD Clinic can help you make the best choice to help you avoid your pregnancy after performing an examination and discussing your needs and preferences.

Like many of our other patients, you should choose copper IUDs for a variety of reasons. Some of the key benefits of these birth control options are as follows:

• They can offer five or ten years of pregnancy prevention.
• They are quite efficient and provide you with peace of mind.
• Their operation does not require hormones to work.
• You can get them taken out at any time to regain your fertility.
• Copper IUDs can work as emergency birth control when inserted up to 5 days following unprotected intercourse.