When you started using Implanon: Had mine inserted in November 2005, replaced in January 2009

Any issues with insertion?: Not at all - local, bit of pushing, no pain at all. No issues with removal or replacement either. Then again, I have an extremely high pain tolerance...

Any side effects or problems?: If you call it a side effect - I haven't had a period since November 2005...

Would you recommend to others? Why?: Absolutely. I love it. Haven't bought a sanitary product in years. Easy to replace - tiny nick of a scar. Complete protection. Don't even have to think about contraception, worry about dates and making sure I had sanitary products - fabulous.