How to Get a Body Piercing

Body piercing has become as popular as tattoos in many places. There are many issues to consider before you decide to get a body piercing. Once you've made the decision to get one, use care in choosing the piercing facility.

Instructions

1. Consider all the issues involved before you go to get a body piercing. Think about the dress code where you work or may work in the future. Some jobs don't allow employees to wear jewelry in a body piercing other than the traditional earrings. Ask yourself if you want to go to the trouble and expense of a body piercing that you may not be able to use in your current or future work environment.

2. Research the type of body piercing you may be considering. Some types of body piercing such as the naval or tongue can take longer to heal and can present complications. Some body areas that you pierce may present more chance of infection. Most of the time, a body piercing will leave a scar that remains even if you no longer use the hole for jewelry.

3. Check out body piercing studios or tattoo studios that do body piercing. Some salons do body piercing. Visit as many as you can in your area. Pay attention to how clean they are. Meet the staff and get a feel for their general attitude. Get a feel for the atmosphere in the place. You should feel comfortable and at ease if the place is clean, professional and well operated.

4. Make sure that the person doing the piercing wears gloves while doing procedures. When you get a body piercing, the most important thing is cleanliness. Watch to see if a fresh needle is set out and look to see if the equipment tray and all contents look sterile.

5. Follow the instructions for care after you get a body piercing. It's extremely important to listen and follow all directions for home care to the letter. This greatly reduces the risk of infection. Ask for printed directions or write down what you are told.

Tips & Warnings

• Be prepared for the pain when you get a body piercing.