Implanon may suit you if you
- Want reliable birth control without daily pills
- Cannot use estrogen
- Prefer not to have an IUD or a pelvic exam
- Are breastfeeding
A tiny rod, about 3 years of protection
Implanon in Gangnam, Seoul: birth control in your arm
Implanon is a contraceptive implant: a small, flexible rod placed under the skin of your upper arm. It releases a progestogen hormone, etonogestrel, and prevents pregnancy for about 3 years. At Sinsoe Women's Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, a female doctor places it in a few minutes with local anesthetic, with no pelvic exam needed. The published fee is ₩350,000 (June 2026; confirm before your visit), and an English-speaking coordinator helps you book.
- ₩350,000 published fee
- All-female doctors
- No pelvic exam needed
- Placed in minutes
- 4 min from Eonju Station, Exit 7
- 3 years of protection from one implant
- 4 cm about the size of a matchstick
- 99%+ effective at preventing pregnancy
- ₩350,000 published fee (June 2026)
The basics
What is Implanon?
Implanon is a thin, flexible rod about 4 cm long, placed just under the skin on the inner side of your upper arm. It slowly releases etonogestrel, a progestogen that stops ovulation.
It is one of the most effective methods of birth control, with fewer than 1 in 100 women getting pregnant each year. You do not need to remember anything, and it does not need a pelvic exam or a speculum.
It lasts for about 3 years. It can be removed any time through a tiny cut, and your fertility returns quickly after removal.
Why women choose it Benefits of Implanon
- More than 99% effective
- About 3 years from one quick procedure
- No estrogen, so suitable for many women who cannot take the pill
- No pelvic exam or speculum
- Fertility returns soon after removal
Things to know
- Bleeding often becomes unpredictable. If you want lighter, regular periods, compare with Mirena
- It does not protect against STDs. Use condoms too
Is it right for you?
Who Implanon suits
Most women can use the implant. Your doctor checks your health and medicines first.
Talk to your doctor if you
- Could be pregnant
- Have unexplained vaginal bleeding
- Have had breast cancer or have liver disease
- Take some epilepsy, HIV or TB medicines, or St John's wort, which can make it less effective
Contact us if you notice:
- You cannot feel the implant under your skin
- Redness, pus or increasing pain at the site
- Signs of pregnancy
Message us on WhatsApp. Use condoms until your doctor confirms the implant is in place.
Compare
Implanon, Mirena or copper IUD?
All three are long-acting and more than 99% effective. Here is how they differ.
Implanon
A rod in the arm with about 3 years of protection. No pelvic exam. Bleeding pattern is hard to predict. Published fee ₩350,000 (June 2026; confirm).
No pelvic examMirena
A hormonal IUD in the uterus. Periods usually become lighter. Published fee ₩350,000. See Mirena.
Lighter periodsCopper IUD
Hormone-free IUD lasting many years. Periods may get heavier. Published fee ₩280,000. See IUD insertion.
No hormones Step by step
Getting Implanon in Seoul: what to expect
Placement takes a few minutes. You can go back to work or sightseeing the same day.
- 1 Message us in English On WhatsApp. Tell us your last period date and any medicines you take.
- 2 Check in on 2F Bring your passport or Alien Registration Card.
- 3 Consultation A female doctor confirms you are not pregnant, checks your medicines and explains the bleeding changes.
- 4 Placement, a few minutes Your inner upper arm is numbed with local anesthetic and the rod is placed under the skin with an applicator.
- 5 Check and dressing You and your doctor feel the rod under the skin. A small dressing and a pressure bandage go on.
When to book
- Within the first 5 days of your period, for protection straight away
- At other times, if pregnancy is ruled out, with condoms for 7 days
- Straight after another method, as your doctor advises
- Avoid unprotected sex before your visit
Looking after your arm
Keep the pressure bandage on for about a day and the small dressing for a few days. Bruising and tenderness for a week or so are common.
Feel for the rod from time to time. Removal later takes a few minutes through a tiny cut, with local anesthetic.
Be informed
Implanon side effects and risks
Changes in bleeding are the most common reason women stop using the implant.
Bleeding changes
Very common
Periods may stop, become less frequent, or become irregular or longer. This is not harmful, and treatment can help.
Hormonal effects
Sometimes
Headache, acne, breast tenderness, mood change or weight change.
Site problems
Uncommon
Bruising, pain or, rarely, infection where the rod was placed.
Deep placement or movement
Rare
A rod placed too deep can be hard to remove and may need imaging to find.
Expats & visitors
Getting Implanon in Korea as a foreigner
Because there is no pelvic exam and recovery is quick, the implant fits easily into a trip.
Done in one visit
You can walk out and carry on with your day. Plan where you will have it removed in about 3 years.
Placement and removal here
We can place, check, remove or replace your implant, in English.
English record
Ask for an English note of the implant name, the arm used and the placement date.
Quick answers
Implanon: common questions
Where can I get Implanon in Gangnam with an English-speaking doctor?
Sinsoe Women's Clinic is at 537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, a 4-minute walk from Eonju Station Exit 7 (Line 9). All doctors are female, and an English-speaking coordinator helps you from booking to results. Message us on WhatsApp at +82-10-9517-5719.
How much does Implanon cost in Seoul?
At Sinsoe Women's Clinic, Implanon is ₩350,000, from the clinic's published fee schedule (June 2026); confirm before your visit. Ask the coordinator what the fee includes.
Does getting the implant hurt?
The local anesthetic stings for a few seconds. After that, most women feel pressure but no pain. The arm may be tender for a few days.
How long does Implanon last?
About 3 years. Your doctor tells you the removal or replacement date.
Will Implanon change my periods?
Usually, yes. Some women have no periods, others have irregular or longer bleeding. It is hard to predict before you try.
Is Implanon better than an IUD?
Neither is better for everyone. The implant needs no pelvic exam. Mirena often makes periods lighter, and a copper IUD has no hormones. Compare them on contraceptive counseling.
Can the implant be removed early?
Yes, at any time, in a few minutes through a tiny cut. Fertility returns quickly.
Can I fly or exercise after getting Implanon?
Yes. You can fly the same day. Avoid heavy lifting with that arm for a day or two while it is tender.
Ready when you are
Book your Implanon in Gangnam, Seoul
Tell us your last period date and the day you'd like to come. A coordinator replies in English.
Sinsoe Women's Clinic
537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06126, South KoreaEonju Station Exit 7 (4 min) · Yeoksam Station Exit 6 (5 min)
| Mon & Fri | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue, Wed, Thu | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |