"the first time i had nexplanon the dr. that put it in did not numb my arm enough, and it hurt really bad to go in.  when i complained about the pain, she told me it was not a completely painless process.  from the first month of having the implant, i did not get my period. not even once for over 3 years.   after my first implant was up, i contemplated going to an iud because the process was painful the first time.  my dr (a different one) suggested that i stay with the implant since they have to take it out anyways, they can put another one in.  this dr made sure i was numb, and i felt nothing getting it out or putting it back in.  i am hoping the no periods continue."