Quote Originally Posted by 3D OZ View Post
Do you have any idea how an IUD works?
I certainly am no expert on the subject. 3D printing allows easy experimentation on improvements to the old Lippes loop design that no longer has FDA approval. No guarantee of success, but worth trying because of big potential payoff in reducing overpopulation. Lippes design is inert, no copper or hormones, requires custom fit. 3D printing can make it very inexpensive. Eventually 3D printers will be ubiquitous. Doctor can e-mail parameters to local 3D printer, get custom device and perform implant on same day. See Wikipedia "intrauterine device" for discussion of designs and safety. Improvements could include safety, comfort, and efficacy improvements.