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Body Piercing
Body piercing is a form of body modification that refers to the act of puncturing or cutting a part of the human body, creating an opening in which jewelery may be worn. Body piercing also refers to the opening in the body that is created by the piercing or cutting.
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A rook piercing is done by a professional body piercer using a sterile needle. The piercer will clean the area, mark the placement of the piercing, and then use a needle to create the hole for the jewelry to be inserted. It is important to care for the piercing properly to prevent infection and promote healing.
Can you have a smaller gauge ground?
Having a smaller gauge ground wire may lead to increased electrical resistance and potential overheating. It is important to ensure that the gauge of the ground wire is appropriately sized to handle the electrical load and prevent safety hazards such as electrical fires. It is recommended to consult with a qualified electrician to determine the correct gauge for your specific electrical system.
What are the pros and cons in getting your cartilage pierced?
Pros - Its adorable, takes a long time to close if you have to go long term with no jewelry in it, it allows you to express yourself. Cons - Irritation, infection, rejection, migration, hypertrophic scarring, keloids. If taken care of properly, none of these cons should occur.
Why do you see white stuff on your tongue ring?
The white "stuff" you find on the base of you're tongue ring surrounding the jewelry is called lymph. It's completely normal and is produced naturally in you're body to speed up the healing process. Do not panic when you see the foreign goo. A lot of people think it is puss from an infection, but they are wrong.
How long does it take for a helix piercing to heal?
A helix piercing typically takes 3-6 months to fully heal, but it can vary from person to person. It is important to follow proper aftercare instructions to ensure smooth healing and reduce the risk of infection. Any signs of prolonged pain, redness, or discharge should be evaluated by a professional piercer or healthcare provider.
How long does it take for gauges to close after taking them out?
As long as it took you to get up to what ever gauge you are at it will take that amount of time for the issue to shrink down. If you tore the piercing then you will see what looks like cat's butts on your ears, guess what short of surgical assistance you are stuck with it.
Why dont the lip piercing ball come off?
The ball on a lip piercing is secured tightly to prevent it from accidentally coming off. It is usually screwed on or held in place by tension, making it difficult to remove without specific tools or techniques. This ensures that the jewelry stays in place and reduces the risk of losing it.
Will the hole of a flesh tunnel grow close?
Yes, the hole of a flesh tunnel may close over time if left empty. The extent of closure can vary depending on the length of time the tunnel has been empty and individual factors like skin elasticity. In some cases, the hole may completely close while in others it may leave a small scar or dimple.
How do you take ball off lip piercing?
To remove a ball from a lip piercing, gently twist it counterclockwise until it comes loose. It is important to do this carefully to avoid causing any pain or irritation to the piercing. If you are having trouble, it may be helpful to ask a professional piercer for assistance.
How long does it take for an ear piercing not to close up completely?
It can vary from person to person, but generally, it can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months for an ear piercing to fully close up. Keeping an earring in the piercing regularly can help prevent it from closing up quickly.
What gauge ear equals the size of a dime?
A dime is approximately 18mm in diameter, which is close to 11/16 inch. In gauge sizes, 11/16 inch is usually equated to around 17-18 gauge for ear piercings, although individual anatomy can vary. It's recommended to consult with a professional piercer for accurate sizing and fitting.
How long do you have to wait to change your gauge size?
If it hurts to stretch it more, DON'T DO IT. It could lead to scar tissue, bleeding, ect.
Stretch when your body feels like it's okay to do it and always do it GRADUALLY.
If your plug/tunnel/ect. is relatively loose then it would be okay to stretch.
This is advice coming from someone who has had plugs for 3 years. I have 1" plugs and I've experienced scarring, ect. from being impatient.
- Vanessa
Why does a nose piercing sink in the hole?
The weight of the ring will make it sink in a bit over time, but it really shouldn't sink much. Clean it every day to keep it healthy!
I just got mine pierced on Saturday Night and its already sunk into my nose to the point where I can pass my finger over the spot and not even feel that it was there. I called my piercer and he told me that mostly likely there was a small amount of soap left in the piercing when I cleaned it. This can cause the hole to swell and in turn cause the piercing to sink b/c of the expansion of the hole. If this happens you should immediately go see the person who did it if you cannot right away, some good home remedies are taking cotton balls and soaking them in a solution of sea salt and purified water and then putting one up your nose to soak the piercing from the inside and putting another on the outside. This should help the healing. You can also take aspirin or ibuprofen to help with the swelling.
How much does a Lip ring hurt?
hardly. for everyone its different, but i did my lip my self twice in the same spot , and even over scar tissue it wasnt that bad,, i would say to have a friend do it for you though because the last layer of skin is always the hardest to get through. and ofcourse use ACTUAL piercing needles and make sure everything , including the area your piercing. numbing always helps:)
Will a 6 gauge piercing close?
Yes, a 6 gauge piercing may close if left without jewelry for an extended period of time. However, the rate at which it closes can vary from person to person. If you are concerned about the piercing closing, it's best to consult with a professional piercer for guidance.
How long do you have to keep the studs in after you have had your ears pierced?
It is recommended to keep the studs in for at least 6-8 weeks after getting your ears pierced to allow the piercings to heal properly. Removing them too soon can increase the risk of infection or the holes closing up.
Using a freezing gel on the needle rather than the skin may reduce the pain during piercing by numbing the area swiftly upon contact. However, this method may not be as effective as directly numbing the skin beforehand, which can provide more thorough pain relief. Ultimately, the pain experienced during body piercing is subjective and can vary depending on individual pain thresholds.
How do you put a barbell in your ear?
You shouldn't put a barbell in your ear. It can cause injury, infection, and damage to your ear canal or eardrum. If you're looking for body jewelry for your ear, consider safe and appropriate options like earrings designed for ear piercings.
How do they peirce the cartilage on a ear?
The best way to pierce ear cartilage (or any cartilage) is with a needle. Using a piercing gun (a machine which fires a sharpened stud through tissue) is generally a bad idea as they tend to crack the surrounding cartilage because guns were not designed to pierce cartilage. This cracking results in a longer healing time, more pain, and can cause wonky piercings and increase your chance of keloids (bumps of scar tissue around the piercing).
So, with a needle the procedure is simple. A straight, bevelled, medical grade needle, usually 14 or 16 gauge is pushed through the ear. The jewellery then slides through afterwards. Easy.
Why doesn't your ear bleed when it gets pierced?
You are piercing through cartilage.
Well I wouldn't call the lobe cartilage....If it is done right and surface capillaries have been checked for, you wont generally get any blood cause you are making a 14 ga. hole with a 14 ga. needle, and filling it with 14 ga. jewelry....Where do you have any room for blood??? Hope this helps.....
Oh, by the way, there are surface capillaries feeding the surface of the skin over the cartilage too.....
People that dont have a whole lot of body fat sometimes have to get their navel pierced "shallow", which means that not a lot of skin was pierced through. In these circumstances, it is normal to feel the bar through the skin.
What type of barbell can be used for a tongue piercing Is the plastic nickel free ones okay?
of course not free is always bad quality have you ever bought something cheaper because you thought it was just as good as the more expensive one and after a while it breaks right well with the same thing with a piercing the cheap ones or the free ones are always bad cause you end up swallowing the balls because they break because it plastic its better to get the surgical metal barbell with hard plastic balls they don't break but plastic balls you can swallow them i have a lot of experience in piercing and i know my piercings i have had a tongue piercing for almost a year now and i have changed them a lot and han many different kinds of piercings I never swallowed 1 though cause i buy the good ones but i have heard many stories of people swallowing balls before so I recommend to buy the good ones and also the complete surgical metal ones are not as good either cause sometimes you can end up biting it and it hurts a lot it can also end up breaking your teeth so get hard plastic not metal balls but get the metal barbell
How do you get a 16 gauge earring in a 18 gauge piercing?
To fit a 16 gauge earring into an 18 gauge piercing, you'll need to stretch the piercing slowly and carefully using tapers or gradually increasing the size of the jewelry over time. It's important to allow enough healing time between stretches to prevent irritation or damage to the piercing. Consulting a professional piercer for guidance and assistance is recommended for this process.
What are the long-term effects of getting your tongue pierced?
Long-term effects of getting your tongue pierced can include gum recession, chipped teeth, nerve damage, and increased risk of infection. Additionally, the constant presence of jewelry in your mouth can lead to dental issues and interfere with speech and eating.
You get in your car, drive to the most reputable piercing shop you can know of (even if it's two and a half hours away), walk in, tell them what you want done, go back, they pierce you and you walk out happy with a steril piercing.
The dangers of piercing yourself are too high for you to do it. There is no reason whay you shouldn't go to a professional. There are some people on here that will advocate the use of some so-called home kits, but they are just as dangerous as trying it without them. If you really want a piercing then you need to see a professional because they can tell you personalized care and they are there for you after the piercing if you need something.
The reasons you should not attempt to pierce your self should be obvious, but for those who think it's a "DIY" project, here's some food for thought.
Infection and contraction of MRSA, HIV, Meningitis, Hepatitis and Tetanus are all very serious health issues, MRSA is an antibiotic resistant bacteria that can in most cases land the unlucky individual in the hospital (and has been responsible for serious deformities and deaths). These infections has been caused by using unsterilized equipment and materials. Sterilization is not achieved by pouring alcohol over needles and jewellery, or burning these items over a fire or exposed flame. Microorganisms live in the fine fissures and cracks in needles and jewellery and only the high temperature and pressure of a steam Autoclave can render these and many other bacteria harmless.
The above reasons alone should be enough to sway anyone from thinking they can do it themselves. Professional body piercers have years for hands on training and education to enable them to make any piercing "look simple", when in fact they are considering dozens of things when they lay out a piercing and actually do it. So consider your lack of knowledge, training and skills before you attempt to do any self piercing, once you pierce it, it's damaged tissue. This makes it even more difficult for a professional piercer to leave you with a great looking piercing when the area we have to work with is damaged by self inflicted attempts.
