What should I expect when I go to get my piercing?
January 19, 2005
By: Bob Whitehead
You want to get a piercing. You love the way it looks and you’ve
selected a location that suits your body and personality. But you’re
nervous. You find yourself thinking, “I need to know what to expect
when I go get my piercing.”
Does this sound familiar? It’s perfectly natural to want to know
what to expect before you sit down and let a stranger pierce you. To
keep yourself from any surprises in this vein, ask friends with
piercings or tattoos where they’ve had them done. Visit the studio
beforehand to make sure they have an operating license from the
health department and that the studio is affiliated with the
Association of Professional Piercers (APP).
While you are checking out the studio to make sure it is clean,
that it employs well-apprenticed professionals, and that autoclave
sterilization is used, also ask about pricing. You don’t want to get
your piercing done and find out your payment method isn’t accepted
or that you are short of cash. Most piercings are at least forty
dollars. Having enough to tip your piercing artist is always a good
idea.
Expect swelling. Depending on the piercing you get, you’ll want
to take certain precautions before you go. For instance, if you’re
getting a tongue piercing, choose a long weekend so you’ll have time
to adjust to the swelling. For a navel piercing, wear a loose top
and pants that are low enough to not irritate your belly button.
People handle pain differently. You should anticipate some pain
associated with the piercing. It’s not uncommon for some people to
get a little woozy after a piercing either. Having a friend drive
you will ensure a safe trip home in case you do feel dizzy or
lightheaded, and it’s nice to have moral support. Most piercings are
fairly quick to perform, but making an appointment is a good idea in
case you pick a busy day at the studio to get it done.
Have a bite to eat before you go, and most of all, relax. By
visiting the studio before to ask questions and taking precautions
depending on your piercing, you’ve done your best to ensure a smooth
process.
About the Author:
Bob Whitehead is a successful freelance writer and publisher of
http://www.body-jewelry-useek.com. Body jewelry, piercing and tattooing information you seek to perfectly adorn your body.
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