Frequently Asked Quesitons:
Frequently Asked
Quesitons:
Frequently Asked Quesitons:
Frequently Asked
Quesitons:
What is the definition of a piercing?
Body piercing is the insertion of an ornament into a perforation made in the tissue for decorative, cultural, spiritual, or other reasons. Depending on the area of the body that is being pierced, tissue of various types will be perforated, such as the cartilage of the ear, erectile tissue of the nipple, or mucous membrane and muscle of the tongue.
Body piercing is the insertion of an ornament into a perforation made in the tissue for decorative, cultural, spiritual, or other reasons. Depending on the area of the body that is being pierced, tissue of various types will be perforated, such as the cartilage of the ear, erectile tissue of the nipple, or mucous membrane and muscle of the tongue.
Are surface anchors (aka single-point piercings, micro-dermals, dermal anchors, etc) safe? Should piercers be allowed to perform them?
Surface anchor piercings, when properly performed by a skilled practitioner, are no more risky than an ordinary body piercing. However, they are "long-term temporary" and may be rejected by the body over time.
Surface anchor piercings, when properly performed by a skilled practitioner, are no more risky than an ordinary body piercing. However, they are "long-term temporary" and may be rejected by the body over time.
Are oral piercings safe?
When performed by a skilled and experienced professional using appropriate sterile, disposable instruments, oral piercings pose minimal risks. Proper care and properly fitted jewelry are crucial to reduce the risk of complications.
When performed by a skilled and experienced professional using appropriate sterile, disposable instruments, oral piercings pose minimal risks. Proper care and properly fitted jewelry are crucial to reduce the risk of complications.
What restrictions and paperwork should be expected when getting pierced under 18?
For any piercing of a minor, a parent or legal guardian must be present to sign a consent form. Proof of positive, state-issued photo identification is required from the legal guardian, and a bona fide form of identification from the minor. Different studios may have different restrictions on which piercings are available and at what age.
For any piercing of a minor, a parent or legal guardian must be present to sign a consent form. Proof of positive, state-issued photo identification is required from the legal guardian, and a bona fide form of identification from the minor. Different studios may have different restrictions on which piercings are available and at what age.
Should my piercer use sterile gloves?
Aseptic technique performed with clean disposable gloves is appropriate and acceptable. Sterile gloves may be used if mandated by local laws.
Aseptic technique performed with clean disposable gloves is appropriate and acceptable. Sterile gloves may be used if mandated by local laws.
What should I do with my navel piercing if I get pregnant?
Navel jewelry may be left in place during pregnancy, but it's important to note that pieces marketed as “pregnancy piercings” are not made of safe materials. In the event you elect to remove the jewelry entirely, there is a chance it could be reinserted using an insertion taper.
Navel jewelry may be left in place during pregnancy, but it's important to note that pieces marketed as “pregnancy piercings” are not made of safe materials. In the event you elect to remove the jewelry entirely, there is a chance it could be reinserted using an insertion taper.
Why is it important to downsize a piercing?
Downsizing refers to switching jewelry in a piercing to a shorter post once initial swelling has subsided. Jewelry that is too long can snag easily and cause irritation, so downsizing is crucial for proper healing.
Downsizing refers to switching jewelry in a piercing to a shorter post once initial swelling has subsided. Jewelry that is too long can snag easily and cause irritation, so downsizing is crucial for proper healing.
Will nipple piercings affect breastfeeding?
Nipple jewelry should be removed during feedings, but nipple piercings are unlikely to affect breastfeeding. Some milk may come from the site of the piercing during nursing, which is not harmful.
Nipple jewelry should be removed during feedings, but nipple piercings are unlikely to affect breastfeeding. Some milk may come from the site of the piercing during nursing, which is not harmful.
Is it safe to get pierced during pregnancy?
No, it is not safe to get pierced during pregnancy due to changes in the body's immune system and the risk of complications.
No, it is not safe to get pierced during pregnancy due to changes in the body's immune system and the risk of complications.
What about getting pierced after pregnancy?
It is suggested to wait at least 3 months after delivery to allow the body to recover before getting pierced.
It is suggested to wait at least 3 months after delivery to allow the body to recover before getting pierced.
Is it safe to get pierced while nursing?
With the exception of a 3-month delay after giving birth, there are no increased risks in getting pierced while nursing. However, nipple piercings should be avoided until three months following the cessation of breast milk production.
With the exception of a 3-month delay after giving birth, there are no increased risks in getting pierced while nursing. However, nipple piercings should be avoided until three months following the cessation of breast milk production.
Do I need to remove my jewelry for MRI, CT, or other scans?
Studies have shown that removing piercing jewelry is generally not necessary for MRI and X-rays, but it may need to be removed for CT scans if it is in the region of examination.
Studies have shown that removing piercing jewelry is generally not necessary for MRI and X-rays, but it may need to be removed for CT scans if it is in the region of examination.
Are piercing kits safe?
Piercing kits for sale to the general public represent a serious potential health hazard and should be avoided. Professional piercers are trained in sterilization, proper placement, and aftercare.
Piercing kits for sale to the general public represent a serious potential health hazard and should be avoided. Professional piercers are trained in sterilization, proper placement, and aftercare.
Are genital piercings safe?
Genital piercings, when performed by a skilled and licensed practitioner in a clean, safe environment, can be done safely and healed easily with proper aftercare. Compliance with suggested care is crucial for healing success.
Genital piercings, when performed by a skilled and licensed practitioner in a clean, safe environment, can be done safely and healed easily with proper aftercare. Compliance with suggested care is crucial for healing success.
Are infections common in piercings?
Infection is a concerning risk associated with body piercing. It can occur during the piercing process due to unsanitary conditions or with inadequate aftercare. While the exact rate of infection is difficult to determine, proper hygiene practices and aftercare can significantly reduce the risk. Bloodborne pathogens like HIV and hepatitis are of particular concern if piercing equipment is not sterile.
Infection is a concerning risk associated with body piercing. It can occur during the piercing process due to unsanitary conditions or with inadequate aftercare. While the exact rate of infection is difficult to determine, proper hygiene practices and aftercare can significantly reduce the risk. Bloodborne pathogens like HIV and hepatitis are of particular concern if piercing equipment is not sterile.
Will my health condition affect my piercing?
Certain medical conditions can make piercings riskier or inadvisable. Health issues like diabetes, lupus, or immune disorders can slow healing and increase vulnerability to infection. Heart conditions, especially those prone to infective endocarditis, may require consultation with a doctor before piercing.
Certain medical conditions can make piercings riskier or inadvisable. Health issues like diabetes, lupus, or immune disorders can slow healing and increase vulnerability to infection. Heart conditions, especially those prone to infective endocarditis, may require consultation with a doctor before piercing.
What causes a piercing to reject or migrate?
Migration occurs when a piercing moves from its initial placement and heals in a new location, while rejection involves the complete expulsion of jewelry from the body. Unsuitable piercing techniques, poor quality jewelry, harsh aftercare products, trauma, or stress during healing can lead to migration or rejection. Sometimes, the cause is unknown.
Migration occurs when a piercing moves from its initial placement and heals in a new location, while rejection involves the complete expulsion of jewelry from the body. Unsuitable piercing techniques, poor quality jewelry, harsh aftercare products, trauma, or stress during healing can lead to migration or rejection. Sometimes, the cause is unknown.
Can I get pierced with a skin condition?
Skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or metal sensitivities can complicate piercings. Quality piercers can evaluate the situation and offer guidance. Nickel allergies are common and can affect healing, so it's essential to use hypoallergenic jewelry.
Skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or metal sensitivities can complicate piercings. Quality piercers can evaluate the situation and offer guidance. Nickel allergies are common and can affect healing, so it's essential to use hypoallergenic jewelry.
Will my piercing leave a scar?
Piercings can lead to temporary or permanent changes in the skin, including scars, bumps, or holes. Factors like placement, jewelry type, and individual healing processes influence scarring. Stretching piercings improperly or experiencing infections can result in significant scarring.
Piercings can lead to temporary or permanent changes in the skin, including scars, bumps, or holes. Factors like placement, jewelry type, and individual healing processes influence scarring. Stretching piercings improperly or experiencing infections can result in significant scarring.
How do I avoid hurting my piercing?
Accidents can happen, but precautions can minimize risks. Be mindful of jewelry and movements, protect piercings during activities, and avoid wearing thin jewelry prone to cutting through the skin. Regularly check jewelry closures to prevent swallowing or inhaling pieces.
Accidents can happen, but precautions can minimize risks. Be mindful of jewelry and movements, protect piercings during activities, and avoid wearing thin jewelry prone to cutting through the skin. Regularly check jewelry closures to prevent swallowing or inhaling pieces.
Why do people get pierced?
Body piercing is a form of self-expression and decoration, allowing individuals to control their appearance and embrace their uniqueness. It can serve as a means of enhancing aesthetics, reclaiming body autonomy, or challenging societal beauty standards, especially for marginalized groups.
Body piercing is a form of self-expression and decoration, allowing individuals to control their appearance and embrace their uniqueness. It can serve as a means of enhancing aesthetics, reclaiming body autonomy, or challenging societal beauty standards, especially for marginalized groups.