When it comes to getting a vasectomy, one of the main concerns that many men have is whether the procedure will have a negative impact on their sex drive. Although this is a common belief, vasectomies actually have no impact on the body’s physiological processes and should have no effect on libido. The Male Reproductive…
Family Planning Preparation in 2020
Whether you’re looking to build a family or keep things as they are, there are many ways to approach the process of family planning. When considering the best option for you, the subject should be approached with mindfulness and foresight – especially if you’re unsure about having children. If you’re single, you need to think…
Is a Vasectomy Considered Risky?
Aside from fears of whether a vasectomy will be painful, concerns about vasectomy risk are often a top priority for men considering the procedure. As with any medical procedure, these thoughts are of course understandable – you’ll want to know what to expect. Of course, we encourage patients to speak with their vasectomy surgeon about…
How Effective Is a No-Needle, No-Scalpel Vasectomy?
If you’re considering getting a vasectomy, you’re likely aware that the procedure is a low-cost, low-risk method of permanent birth control that is far more convenient than temporary or single-use forms of birth control. You might already know that vasectomies overall are 99% effective. What you may not know, however, is how a no-needle, no-scalpel…
An Overview of Permanent Contraception
If you’re considering a permanent contraceptive solution, it’s important that you arm yourself with all the details you need to make an informed decision. Choosing this kind of contraception is a big step, and you’ll want to feel confident in whatever you decide. To help you navigate your options, here’s an overview of the types…
Five Questions to Ask Yourself When Considering a Vasectomy
Getting a vasectomy is a major life decision—one that should be made only after giving it the proper forethought and attention it deserves. If you are considering a vasectomy, there’s more to think about than merely whether you want more, or any, children. To help you make an informed decision, below are five key questions…
Three Important Benefits to Having a Vasectomy
If you’re considering a vasectomy, then you are likely already aware of at least the basic benefits of the procedure. Whether a vasectomy takes place is entirely up to the patient and his partner, if applicable. Family planning decisions are deeply personal, and as you complete your research on the procedure, we invite you to…
How to Prepare for Your Vasectomy Consultation
Chances are your life consists of a busy schedule with little free time for appointments outside of your daily routine. In order to make life easier for our patients, we’ve prepared a quick, helpful guide on how to prepare for a vasectomy consultation in as few steps as possible while also being able to take…
What Happens If I Want a Vasectomy Reversal?
Even though men are strongly encouraged to consider a vasectomy as permanent contraception, circumstances can change. There are many reasons why a man would choose to undergo a vasectomy reversal – perhaps you’re enjoying a new marriage or relationship and wish to have children, or maybe there are complications stemming from the original vasectomy procedure…
Five Things You Probably Don’t Know about Vasectomies
Assumptions about what a vasectomy is, what it feels like to undergo the procedure, your sex life after the procedure, and whether you can produce semen ever again tend to run wild, thanks to many of the TV shows and movies we watch that approach the subject. A lot of fear that men have about…