Many men are educating themselves about vasectomy benefits. Research shows this simple procedure, designed as permanent male birth control, is among the top male health procedures in safety and effectiveness. Yet not all men may qualify for vasectomy, due to health concerns like testicular disease. Even if eligible, you could have concerns, such as those…
Are There Different Types of Vasectomies?
Not only is a vasectomy one of the most common, effective, and safest procedures performed, but aside from abstinence, there may be no better form of birth control. As men may hesitate to undergo a conventional vasectomy, you may consider an alternative procedure. At San Diego Vasectomy Center (SDVC), we provide the “no-scalpel” or “no-needle”…
Questions to Ask During Your Vasectomy Consultation
After some thorough deliberation, you’ve finally scheduled your vasectomy consultation. While this is an important first step towards achieving your family planning goals, there is still a little more work that can be done to ensure all your needs are met. Before meeting with your doctor, we like to encourage all of our patients to…
Test Your Vasectomy Knowledge With Our Quiz
Vasectomies are a commonly misunderstood procedure. For those unfamiliar, the word itself can bring about concerns of pain, complicated feelings about masculinity, and confusion about post-procedure lifestyle. Our practice has discussed vasectomy myths many times (see here, here, and here), but we wanted to give our prospective patients or anyone interested a chance to test…
Why the No-Needle, No-Scalpel Method Is the Best Type of Vasectomy
Although a vasectomy is known to be a very low-risk procedure, it’s not uncommon for men to be nervous about getting one. Some of the most common concerns men have are that the procedure itself will be painful and that the recovery period will be long and arduous. However, a vasectomy doesn’t have to be…
How Will I Feel During and After My Vasectomy?
Although vasectomies offer a number of benefits, many men feel anxious about the idea of getting one. Two of the most common concerns that men have are that the procedure will be painful and that recovery will take a long time. However, these concerns are rooted in myths and misconceptions about vasectomies. In reality, vasectomies…
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…
Is a Vasectomy Consultation Necessary?
A vasectomy is a form of permanent birth control and therefore not a procedure chosen without serious consideration. If you believe that getting a vasectomy is right for you, it’s necessary to schedule a vasectomy consultation with an experienced surgeon who will explain the procedure in full. This appointment also provides the opportunity to select…
How Does a Vasectomy Work?
One of the most basic, essential questions asked by those considering having the vasectomy procedure is: How does it work? Because of the many myths and misconceptions surrounding the procedure, the facts about what it actually is can be tough to discern without some research. At the San Diego Vasectomy Center (SDVC), we understand patients’…
The Top Three Candidates for a No Needle No Scalpel Vasectomy
The modern vasectomy procedure allows for greater ease and comfort with a faster recovery period – but is it right for you? The No Needle No Scalpel vasectomy has many advantages, including microscopic incisions and fast recovery time. Any fear or anxiety about your groin being “cut open” or being on bedrest for a week…