Low-maintenance methods are one-and-done procedures, lasting from three to twelve years. These types of methods include birth control implants and IUDs (intrauterine devices). Both are 99-percent effective.
Scheduled birth control methods require regular maintenance (some daily) but are all quite effective. These birth control options include:
The following birth control methods are effective when used consistently whenever you engage in sexual intercourse. These methods are typically less effective overall due to inconsistent or inappropriate in use.