Piercing different parts of the body other than the ear has become quite a trend over the past ten years.Wearing body jewelry has become popular not just with teens but young adults and not so young adults as well. However, careful consideration should be given when deciding to have any part of your body pierced as there is always the risk of allergies or infections. Some of these complications are more serious than others. Sometimes the infection can come from the type of metal that is used in the jewelry and sometimes infections can come from the piercing procedure itself.
Metals used in body jewelry
Before purchasing jewelry, you should consult a professional as to what type of metal is best to use as some can cause allergic reactions.
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Other complications consist of swelling, redness, drainage, bleeding, cyst formation, large scars and trauma. Minor complications can occur in about 20% of individuals, with major complications occurring in about 3% of individuals.
Care after piercing
Healing times can vary depending on the body part that was pierced. Healing times can take anywhere from a few weeks to a year. After having a piercing done, you should pay careful attention to it. Always keep the area clean using soap but not alcohol. Don't pick or tug at the pierced area. You should avoid using hydrogen peroxide as it may break down newly formed skin tissue. If you have a mouth piercing, use alcohol-free, antibacterial mouthwash after eating. If your piercing doesn't heal correctly or you feel something might be wrong with it, you should get medical attention immediately.
The decision to have your body pierced for the purpose of jewelry is something that should be made with great consideration. It is normal for people to follow fashion trends as most of them are harmless. However when it comes to piercing there can be some complications involved. You should do your own research an consider all the facts about body piercing before making your decision. Also, you should never do the piercing yourself or allow a friend to do it. You should always have it done by a professional in a clean and safe
A controversial topic today is whether or not body piercings and tattoos should be accepted by professionals working in health care. Currently, tattoos and piercings are allowed in health care as long as they are not visible. According to one of the studies, “Body piercing is defined as a piercing of the body anywhere other than the earlobes” (Westerfield). Therefore, the only visible piercings allowed are small studs in the lobes of the ears for females. The reason body piercings and tattoos are not suggested in health care is that they keep someone from looking professional as well as making them look intimidating. Not everyone sees them that way. The opposing side is that they do not affect
There are many other adverse outcomes that an oral piercing can cause. Nerve damage which is loss of sensation to the piercing site or movement problems is one of the outcomes. Swelling of the tongue can also occur, which can lead to obstruction of the airway or suffocation. Another serious outcome from an oral piercing can be Endocarditis. Endocarditis is caused by an open wound created by a piercing that leaves an open way to bacteria to enter the blood stream which can cause inflammation to the heart or inflammation of the heart
Throughout healing: some discoloration, itching, secretion of a whitish-yellow fluid (not pus) so one can kind some crust on the jewelry. The tissue could tighten across the jewellery because it heals.
Though oral piercings may seem cool and a way of self expression, they should be well researched and planned. Make sure that the piercer is a well trained professional and uses clean tools. They should make sure to carefully read after care instructions and follow all protocols for cleaning and eating. The oral cavity is the biggest portal for bacteria to enter, so many complications are likely if proper care is not taken.
Certainly, tattoos and piercings are a lot more popular nowadays than they were thirty years ago. Now, 1 in every 10 Americans have them, while back then, 1 in every 100 had them. Your body is a blank canvas, and you’re just making it something fun to look at. Today, people get tattoos and piercings for many different reasons, such as beauty, art, and fashion, individuality, group affi...
Body modification has been around for centuries, most people get either piercings or tattoos as a form of art expression. Piercings’ have evolved greatly, with new techniques such as the spectrum piercing which is a piercing of the cartilage between nostrils. The lip piercing is a piercing that penetrates the lips or the area surrounding the lips. A micro dermal implant which is a surface piercing that usually only has one exit point, and looks like a single stud.
In conclusion, tattoos have been accepted throughout all different societies. In the past, tattoos were seen as deviant and frowned upon because it goes against the social norm. People did not understand the significance and the creativity behind tattooing. Tattoos are a form of creativity. They are a way to express yourself, your religion, or your inner feelings. Each type has a significant meaning or reason. There are different categories and different types. There are multiple ways to get one. If you do not want permanent ones, henna is a good alternative. Even though tattooing has been around for decades, there are still risks. Tattoos can still get infected or have allergic reactions. New technology has developed to allow an unwanted tattoo to be removed. Tattoos have come a long way in society and will continue to develop throughout today’s society.
Once considered taboo, tattoos have shed the social outcast stigma once associated with getting inked. One might even say tattoos have become trendy.
Seeing how not accepting tattoos and piercings in the workplace can cause greater problems, employers need to start accommodating for individuals of all different backgrounds. Businesses need to start focusing on the important matters such as, education, work ethic, attitude, and the willingness to do their job successfully. Anything else is just an
Organic inks, which are my personal professional preference, are the safest on the market. These types of inks are typically derived from plant matter. Vegan inks are also in the same class as the organic inks as well and are also ranked just as safe as organic inks.Organic inks are also safe to digest. I personally have no plans on digesting tattoo ink, but if I planned on doing so at least I know that it is safe.
The expense for body piercing and tattoos vary widely. Tattoo parlors normally have a $60 minimum for any tattoo. The prices go up from there depending on the size, color, detail of the design, and area of the body it is located. One good thing i...
Try not to pick at any scabs that shape while the tattoo is recuperating; it can take up to two weeks for the tattoo to totally mend.
Body piercing in high schools definitely isn't a new subject to me. I have had many run-ins with my school administration about ear and other body piercings. Because of my multiple piercings in my ears, the counselor and the principle have told me before that I cannot have any body piercings. Under other circumstances, I might except that answer. However, since the school dress code does not touch on body piercings in the handbook they cannot say anything and therefore, I can have my body pierced anywhere that I want to and they cannot do anything about it.
A great number of teenagers and young adults have a body piercing. These can range anywhere from your belly button to your tongue. There are many effects it can have on you socially, or physically. This essay will describe the social aspects of body piercing, this includes first impressions, types of friends, and job prospects. First impressions are important to many people. To some individuals body piercing may seem frightening or intimidating. The person with the piercing may be treated differently in a store. They might be watched more carefully to prevent shoplifting just because of this piercing. Some sales clerks might do this because they got the impression the customer was dangerous or suspicious. These presumptions come along with other physical traits such as race or dress. Soci...
...ng it. Not to say that tattoos and piercings are a bad thing, but when teens choose to get one, they don’t think of the consequences they might have.