They can be inserted quite easily by a medical professional and can be removed just as easily.

Of these five brands, two of the most popular are Liletta and Mirena.

Mirena, on the other hand, can be used for up to seven years,per its website.

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Both can result in lighter periods or even safely stop them completely.

Dr. Jessica Morse wrote forBedsider Providersthat, functionally, the two IUDs aren’t that different.

Morse added that there is one consideration that may influence you choosing Liletta over Mirena, though.

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They also offer aPatient Savings Programfor those with commercial health insurance with an out-of-pocket cost over $100.

To know how much either machine will cost you, check with your insurance and your healthcare provider.

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