Although oral piercings are not comfortable, they are not as painful as one would suspect, notes Garshick.
Body/Surface Piercings
The body itself offers a large canvas for nearly endless piercing possibilities.
For those who want to try the look without the full commitment,faux body piercingsare great options.
Stocksy
you might also utilize Google and Yelp to scope out these places before you make an actual trip.
Ratings and reviews can tell you most of what it’s crucial that you know.
Do they look well placed?
Do lobe piercings look even?
Instagram is a great place to source this information.
Ask Friends
If your friends have had a good experience, they will probably recommend their artist.
If they’ve had a bad experience, they’ll warn you not to make the same mistake.
Nazarian says to ensure that your piercer thoroughly cleans the site of the piercingfirstto prevent future infection.
“Otherwise, the piercings should be left alone and not touched.”
Avoid sleeping on the piercings, if possible.
Lastly, Garshick says to always wash your hands before caring for your piercings.
It is wise to contact your dermatologist or GP to determine if any treatment is needed.
This will reduce the potential complications and check that the piercing heals properly.
This is because those areas of the body contain more nerve endings, according to Garshick.
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Association of Professional Piercers.Safe Piercing FAQ.