Vasectomy · Roswell office
Considering a vasectomy? We’ll walk through it with you, unhurried.
You may already be fairly sure, or still thinking it over. Either way, our Roswell urologists will answer your questions plainly before anything is booked.
Call 678-344-8900Book onlineWho is a vasectomy meant for?
Men who are certain their family is complete and want lasting birth control. Because it is designed to be permanent, we encourage you to talk it over at home first, and we are happy to talk it over with you too.
How does a vasectomy work?
Each vas deferens, a thin duct that moves sperm out of the testicle, is divided and closed. Semen is still there; it simply no longer contains sperm. Libido and pleasure are not affected. It offers no protection from sexually transmitted infections.
What does no-scalpel mean?
The tubes are reached without a scalpel cut, and stitches are usually not needed. That is a big part of why recovery is usually short.
What should I do beforehand?
- Two weeks ahead, stop aspirin and similar anti-inflammatory pain relievers, once the doctor who prescribed them agrees.
- Two days ahead, wash and shave the scrotum.
- Plan for someone to take you home, and pack close-fitting cotton underwear.
What is the day itself like?
You come to our clinic and surgery center at 11660 Alpharetta Hwy Ste 700, Roswell, GA 30076. The area is numbed with local anesthesia, and the procedure is often finished in less than 10 minutes. All procedures have some risk; one of our urologists goes over yours with you in advance.
When does it start working?
It is not effective right away. Give it around three months and 15 to 20 ejaculations for sperm to clear from semen. Use other contraception until a semen test shows a zero sperm count.
Will my insurance pay for it?
Many employer and private plans pay for vasectomy, but Medicare and Medicaid generally do not. If you don’t have coverage, ask us about self-pay. Our team at 678-344-8900 can check your plan with you.
What if I change my mind later?
Reversal is sometimes possible, but it is a bigger operation, so please think of a vasectomy as permanent. Vasectomy reversal at Advanced Urology
Dr. Marc Greenstein of Advanced Urology talks about vasectomy:
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