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Done properly a cartilage piercing will be lightly healed in about 4~6 weeks. When I say done properly, I mean done by a professional body piercer using a needle process piercing, not a piercing gun piercing. Piercing guns don't cut the tissue they in fact tear the tissue, this can prolong healing time as well as cause serious healing issues.
Leaving a nose piercing half-pierced is not advisable, as it can lead to complications such as infection, irritation, or the piercing closing up. A partially healed piercing may also cause discomfort and hinder the healing process. If you're unsure about your piercing, it's best to consult a professional piercer for guidance.
For cartilage piercings, it's best to use earrings made of materials that are hypoallergenic and comfortable, such as titanium, surgical stainless steel, or gold. Common styles include hoops, studs, or barbells, with the choice often depending on personal preference and the specific location of the piercing. It's important to ensure that the earring has a smooth finish to prevent irritation during healing.
Any time you want if you have decided you don't want it, keep in mind that the tissue will take a couple of days to close and several weeks to heal but the actual cartilage is permanently pierced and will not heal.
It's generally recommended to wait at least 6-8 weeks before changing a cartilage piercing to allow sufficient healing time. Even if the area looks and feels fine after 5 days, there could still be internal healing that isn't visible. Changing the jewelry too soon may increase the risk of irritation or infection. If you're unsure, it's best to consult with a professional piercer.
Yes but it's best to relocate the piercing well enough away from the existing piercing so it doesn't complicate the healing for the new piercing
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.
If you are using the correct type of piercing equipment, you should not have to numb your tongue at all. Numbing the area before piercing could affect the healing process, and leave more opportunity to become infected. It is best to get a piercing done professionally, but if you are piercing at home, be sure to use the right sterile needles and tools. There should be little to no pain, making numbing unnecessary.
Depends on where you live but I'd say from $30-$50. Get it on whichever side you want. for healing, its better to get it on the side that you don't sleep on. Get one at a professional piercing shop. Ask around to get the names and then do research to pick the best shop. Don't get it gunned. It could shatter your cartilage and cause infection etc.
Soaking a new nipple piercing in iodized salt is not recommended. While salt can help with healing, iodized salt may contain additives that can irritate the skin and disrupt the healing process. Instead, it's better to use non-iodized sea salt or a saline solution specifically designed for piercings, as these are gentler and less likely to cause irritation. Always follow aftercare instructions provided by your piercer for the best healing outcome.
It's generally advisable to avoid eating seafood after getting a belly piercing, especially if you're prone to allergies or have a sensitivity to certain foods. Seafood can sometimes cause inflammation or irritation, which may complicate the healing process. It's best to stick to a balanced diet and consult your piercer or a healthcare professional for personalized advice during the healing period.
Well your professional body piercer should have covered that with you at the time you got your piercing done. Best give him/her a phone call and ask for some help, you seem to have some issues or questions about your piercing and they should have given you full instructions regarding swelling and pain management and what you can do with the piercing in the early stages of healing.