Q: My piercer just set me up with a new nose bone. I really don't like it though. It seems like it slides around a lot. What style stays put the best? -Qynn
A: There are two styles of jewelry that you could wear in your nostril that would be considered the “most secure”. Captive bead rings will still move in your piercing but the odds of them falling out are virtually non-existent if they are inserted and closed properly. It actually takes a special tool to remove them without bending or destroying the ring. If you’re looking for straight jewelry, the most secure thing you can wear would be a flatback labret. They can be a bit tricky to insert on your own and may require a piercer’s assistance. However, the nice thing about these is that if you get them in a threadless style, you can change out the ends easily without having to remove the entire piece of jewelry and the flat disc end will also ensure you don’t accidentally poke yourself in the septum. As an added bonus, both of these jewelry styles are easily available in a multitude of lengths, gauges, metals, finishes, and any other variation you might possibly want. Happy shopping!
Q: I just got micro dermals in my back dimples today. Is it normal for them to not be flush with the skin? I can see the bar. -Bella
A: Sadly, no that is not how a dermal is supposed to look. Once inserted, the end should be completely flush with the skin. If it’s sticking up, it’s begging to snagged on something, resulting in a really painful yank. This can cause the rejection process to begin far sooner than it otherwise would. (While some people have dermals that last years, rejection is almost inevitable for both dermals and surface piercings. It’s an unfortunate part of having them.) With yours being on your back, they are especially at risk from your clothing as well as things like towels. Your best bet is to go to a trusted piercer (possibly not the one that did the procedure) and have them take a look. Most likely, they will suggest removal. The upside of dermals is that you can get them re-done very quickly after one is removed although it may need to be placed a few millimeters to the side of the previous one. So even if you have to remove them, you should be able to get them replaced and get the nice, flush result you’re looking for. Best of luck!
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