"i had a great experience with nexplanon. for me, it works great and fully eliminated my monthly cycle. nonetheless, i&#039;ve known of others who have tried nexplanon and had consistent spotting/breakthrough bleeding. i don&#039;t feel any of the other adverse side effects of oral contraceptives (i frequently would have severe headaches during my period). the implantation was easy and i didn&#039;t feel a thing. additionally, i did not have any scarring or bruising after it was put in. i would highly recommend it!"