About Nose Piercings
Nose piercings are done on the nose for a variety of reasons. These reasons are religious, beauty, social standing and also just for the sake of having a nose piercing. The meanings vary from place to place as well as various meanings for the different types of nose piercings there are. Does this Spark an idea?
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History
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Nose piercing can be traced back to at least sixteenth century India where it is still popular to do on women. Countries all over the world including the United States, Pakistan, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Europe and more seen a growth in popularity with nostril piercings of various kinds. Nose piercings can also be traced back to Native Americans of the Shawnee tribe but it is unclear whether the nose piercings were done as a signifying element of warrior status or as a symbol of tribe unity.
Significance
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The women in India who have their nose pierced often have them pierced for a variety of reasons. Some have them done because they are a mark of beauty and others have them done because they believe a certain placement of a nose ring will help with childbirth. Nose piercing has also been used among Hindu's in honor of the Goddess Parvathi as social standing. Parvathi was the goddess of marriage. This type of piercing has gained in popularity throughout history and is still popular today although now it is more common to see both men and women with nose piercings.
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Types
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There are three types of nose piercings common today. The outside of the left or right nostril is one of the most commonly used nose piercings in history and it still is today. However, septum piercings and bridge piercings are growing in popularity. The first type of piercing is done with a stud or a hoop through the outside of the cartilage of the left or right nostril. It usually takes about a month to heal, depending upon the individual's body healing abilities. A septum piercing, which is done on the center divider of the nostril, can take a month to 3 months to fully heal. This type of piercing can often be painful as it is where the nose holds many nerve endings. A bridge piercing is done through the loose skin on the top of the nose bridge between the eyes. This is often done with a curved barbell or straight barbell and is never done through bone. A bridge piercing has a higher tendency to scar.
Considerations
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Before getting any type of piercing, consider how badly and for what reasons you want it. Some piercings can leave scarring when taken out, so this must be considered before a piercing is done. There are numerous jewelry shops that sell clip-on and stick-on jewelry so that you will not have to go through the pain of getting a piercing done. Once you decide to get a nose piercing or any other piercing, make sure you go to a clean, safe place to get it. Check out your local piercing shops and ask for references from friends who are pierced to decide the best place to go.
Warning
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Piercings can become infected if not treated with proper care. The body piercer will be able to tell you how to treat and care for your new piercing. Following this advice is imperative. If an infection does occur call a doctor immediately. Never do your own piercings; for your own safety you should get them done is a safe, sterile environment.
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