Are nape piercings dangerous?

Are nape piercings dangerous?

The nape piercing is considered a surface piercing, which means it carries a higher rate of infection and migration. These are concerns that can be handled with a little bit of knowledge, and good cleaning supplies.

What is a neck piercing called?

A nape piercing is a piercing through the surface of the nape (back part) of the neck. Nape piercings are a type of surface piercing.

Do neck dermal piercings hurt?

Pain and Healing Time Just like with any body modification, there is going to be some pain when it comes to dermal piercings. Unless your pain tolerance is extremely high, you will most likely feel some sort of discomfort—whether a pinch or a more visceral feeling. “Dermal piercings feel like pressure,” notes Darling.

How much does a nape piercing cost?

Whether you get a surface or dermal piercing also matters. Generally, a neck piercing costs between $50 and $75 but can cost up to $100 in some places. The cost doesn’t usually include jewelry, so expect to pay another $20 to $30 on top of that. Don’t forget to factor in a tip, too.

Are piercings permanent?

The best thing about piercings is that they’re not permanent! So, after all is said and done, if you’re unhappy with your piercing (or just outgrow it), you can absolutely remove it.

Can I take out my piercing to clean it?

You should only switch into new earrings AFTER the healing period. If you take your earrings out for any length of time during the healing period, the holes may close or you may find it difficult to re-insert earrings into a piercing hole that has not fully healed.

What happens if a piercing hits a nerve?

The question of the possibility of hitting a nerve of veins when getting your ears pierced is unfounded. That’s because there are no nerve cells or even blood vessels on the outer ear itself, the part that’s visible to you. Therefore, there is no piercing on the body that can affect any of these facets of the body.

Can I wash my hair after cartilage piercing?

Tilt your head so that your hair is under the water but your piercing can stay dry as much as possible. You can now begin gently washing your hair. When you leave the shower, be sure to give your cartilage piercing an extra rinse, and fully pat the piercing dry.

Is piercing ears at home safe?

Try not to sleep on the piercings whenever possible. Do not twist or play with the jewelry—just leave it alone! Clean two to three times a day with saline solution (it’s really all you need). And finally, wait to change your jewelry until at least six weeks after you pierce yourself.