Unlike traditional surgical tubal ligation, the Essure hysteroscopic sterilization procedure requires no anesthesia and no cutting. This revolutionary form of sterilization can be done in Dr. Leuci’s office (he was the first in Greater Binghamton to perform this procedure in an office setting) and is approved by the FDA. The procedure is performed by inserting spring-like coils or micro-inserts into the fallopian tubes through natural pathways in the body. Essure is a non-reversible procedure and is recommended for women who do not want children in the future.