What To Know Before Belly Piercing

By Daniel Newton


As with tattoos, body piercings are more prevalent today than ever before. They are part of popular culture. The ears, nose and naval areas are the most common parts of the body to pierce. Belly piercing is more popular with girls and young women. Perforating on the rim just above or just below the naval is more prevalent. Some people may also pierce around the sides or through the actual belly button or naval, but this is less common.

As with any form of body perforation, there is a risk of infection. If this occurs, scarring or cysts could result. The naval area is less likely to reject foreign objects than are other body areas, but has a slightly higher incidence of rejection than do ear lobes. There is much friction in the waist area from exterior clothing and bending motions. Due to these factors, bacteria or sweat might accumulate. Thus, rigorous cleaning is necessary throughout the entire healing time, which could last for up to six months or longer.

Issues to Consider In Advance

Anybody with a medical condition like diabetes, immune disorders, or heart problems should first consult a healthcare professional about any special precautions that might be prudent. Also, it is very important to be current on tetanus and hepatitis B immunizations before getting a belly piercing. Anyone who is susceptible to keloid scarring should never perforate their skin for any reason. Even more important is heeding the advice to receive piercings only from a professional service provider.

Conducting thorough advance research is very helpful. Make visits to several locations ahead of time to find a clean, reputable shop and verify any procedures they may have established. The location should have an autoclave available to sterilize clamps and other equipment, and should also utilize new disposable needs and fresh sets of sterile gloves on every client. If applicable, ascertain the age at which it is necessary to obtain parental consent. Also, review the piercer's portfolio, if available. If you are not comfortable about anything or feel that the shop is not sanitary, choose another location.

What to Expect

On the day of your appointment, it is important to be healthy and well hydrated. If possible, eat something light before the appointment and wear loose fitting clothes. Take someone with you to provide support in case of fainting. The piercer should explain how they are going to proceed. The piercer will clean the area with a germicidal soap, puncture the skin with a sterile needle and place the curved barbell in the hole. After that, the piercer will dispose of the used needle in a proper container and clean and check the pierced area again. The professional will then give instructions on how to care for it. This is a good time to ask any questions.

The pierced area will be red, warm, and sore to the touch for the first day or two. Touch it only with clean hands when the time comes to wash it twice per day. If it is kept clean, it will usually heal within six months. There may be some soreness for several weeks. It is very important to take care to ensure that the towel or clothing does not snag on the jewelry. If possible, get your belly piercing done in the fall or winter season to allow the treated area time to heal for the summertime, as swimming is prohibited during the healing process.

Be alert for any signs of infection. These include bleeding, excessive crusting, green pus, swelling, discoloration, pain, and being hot to the touch. If any signs of infection to develop, treat them immediately with a cotton ball soaked in warm salt water several times per day. Obtain medical assistance if necessary. Do not remove the belly ring, as the holes may quickly close and form a hypodermic abscess. Continue regular cleansing of the area even after it appears to be completely healed. Avoid tampering with the barbell or belly ring. Follow these precautions for the entire duration of the healing process.

After the area has healed, you may have some fun and experiment with different jewelry that suits your mood or matches your wardrobe. Try some of the ancient Bali jewelry designs, a traditional barbell, dangling pendants, hoops, barbells with gems, or captive bead rings. If you are not yet ready to get a piercing, use a magnetized belly button ring to make a clear fashion statement.




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