What does anatomy have to do with piercings?
What Does “Anatomy-Specific” Mean?
An anatomy-specific piercing requires certain physical features in order to be done correctly. For example:
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A navel piercing needs a defined lip at the top of the belly button, and it shouldn’t collapse when sitting.
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An industrial piercing requires a well-defined helix and a flat at the right angle.
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A septum piercing can’t be done if your septum is deviated.
Every piercing (with the possible exception of earlobes) has some anatomical requirements.
Are Some Piercings More Anatomy Dependent?
Yes. Piercings like navels, industrials, and septums are especially reliant on anatomy. But don’t worry there are alternatives:
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Floating navels for collapsing belly buttons
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Floating industrials for less defined ear structures
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Clip-on or faux septum jewelry for deviated septums
A professional piercer can help you explore options that work with your anatomy.
How Anatomy Affects Healing
If a piercing isn’t suited for your body, it may migrate, reject, or heal incorrectly. Examples include:
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Navels rejecting due to pressure from a collapsing belly button
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Crooked healing with a deviated septum
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Industrials migrating or causing damage if the ear structure isn’t right
This is why piercers sometimes say “no” to a piercing it’s to protect you from pain, scarring, and long-term damage.
The Bottom Line
All piercings depend on anatomy to some degree. While not every body is suited for every piercing, there are often alternatives that can give you a similar look. If you’re unsure, talk to a professional piercer about your options. The worst they can say is “no” and that “no” is really in your best interest.
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