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Piercing / Nipple piercing

Nipple piercing
 

Nipple piercings are popular for both aesthetic and erotic reasons and can have different meanings for different people. While it used to be popular mainly in the gay and SM subcultures, today it is enjoyed by a wide variety of people from different walks of life. Nipple piercing accentuates the area, frames the tissue and can increase sensitivity, although it does not always cause the nipples to remain erect. Historically, nipple piercing was practiced by some cultures, such as the Karankawa tribe of what is now Texas, although concrete evidence of the practice dates back to the Victorian era.

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Types of nipple piercings

Nipple piercings can be placed horizontally, vertically or at an angle, with the best being placed in the natural folds of the tissue. For well-developed nipples, the ideal location is in the grooves at the base where the nipple emerges from the areola. For smaller or flatter nipples, the piercing should pass through at least ⅜ inch of tissue between the entrance and exit. Some people prefer symmetry and choose to have both nipples pierced, while others are fine with just one. When planning a piercing, it is important to consider the sensitivity of the nipples, for example during menstruation, when the nipples can be more sensitive.

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Suitable jewelry for nipple piercings

  • Straight barbells are recommended for starters, which are less prone to problems during healing than rings.

  • The minimum jewelry thickness is 14 gauge, while 12 gauge may be more appropriate for larger or more robust anatomy.

  • The length of the barbell should be adjusted to the size and shape of the nipple, usually 1/16 to 1/8 inch longer than the loose nipple.

  • Rings are not recommended as initial jewelry for wide nipples because they are more difficult to heal.

  • Choosing the right jewelry is key for comfort and safety during healing and for subsequent wear.

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Nipple piercing price

The price of a piercing in our salon consists of the price for the piercing application service and the price for the jewelry. Some types of piercings will also require a shortening of the jewelry after healing, where only the price of the new jewelry is paid.

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Price of nipple piercing

  • One nipple - 800 CZK

  • Both nipples at once - 1500 CZK

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The price of the jewelry

From 350 to several thousand, we offer titanium jewelry from economy and premium class.

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Contraindications for nipple piercing

  • Taking medication (if yes, with medical approval)

  • A lifestyle that does not allow for proper piercing care

  • Skin diseases

  • Dermatitis or other inflammation in the piercing area

  • Tendency to form keloid scars

  • Jaundice

  • HIV

  • Diabetes and insulin dependence

  • Circulatory system disorders or poor blood clotting

  • Allergic reactions

  • Epilepsy

  • Hormone therapy, oncological diseases

  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding

  • Menstruation could be a contraindication, but if you don't have a strong one, some piercings could definitely be done.

  • If you have recently undergone any surgery in the breast area you should consult your doctor before deciding on a piercing.

  • Violation of contraindications can have negative effects on your health.

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Preparation for nipple piercing

Before the procedure:

  • Sleep well

  • At least eat a little

  • You put on clothes that at the same time would not be a shame to get dirty if a drop of blood got on it, often not even one appears, but it can happen.

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Nipple piercing procedure

  • Upon arrival at the studio, you will fill out the "Consent to the procedure", which, among other things, will contain contraindications before vertical nipple piercing and its subsequent care. The absence of contraindications and compliance with the care procedure recommended by us is one of the important conditions for successful healing of the piercing.

  • Next follows a conversation with the piercer. You will discuss the appropriate placement and jewelry for the vertical nipple piercing, which we will put right away and possibly which you will wear afterwards.

  • Piercer prepares a workplace. The chosen jewelry for vertical nipple piercing together with the needle will be sterilized for approx. 10 min. During that time, you will have the opportunity to ask anything and specify the necessary information.

  • After sterilization, the piercer will indicate the final injection site for the vertical nipple piercing, disinfect the skin and in a few seconds you will have a new vertical nipple piercing.

  • After the piercing, the piercer will treat the vertical nipple piercing, take a picture of it, if you agree, apply a patch and once again explain the care of the vertical nipple piercing.

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Nipple piercing healing and care

Nipple piercing takes quite a long time to heal, about 6-9 months. The nipples almost always swell quickly after the piercing and return to their usual size in about 1-2 months. At this point, it is necessary to exchange for a shorter piece of jewelry, otherwise there is a risk of frequent entrapment in the piece of jewelry and subsequent traumatization. Sometimes it needs to be replaced several times during healing, so if you feel that the jewelry is becoming too long and is in the way, you can ask for it to be shortened. When exchanging jewelry for a shorter one, the price of the jewelry is paid according to the current price list, the service is free if it is an initial healing process.

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Read detailed piercing care instructions here:

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Restrictions after nipple piercing

  • Do not sleep on your stomach and on the side where you have a fresh nipple piercing, rather choose a position where the piercing is not affected in any way

  • Avoid visiting saunas, solariums, swimming pools, the sea and other public swimming pools for at least 2 months.

  • Be careful and avoid any movement, pressure, etc. that would traumatize a fresh nipple piercing.

  • Carefully put on and take off your clothes.

  • Do not touch the piercing with your hands.

  • Remember that dirt and mechanical trauma are the biggest evils for a fresh nipple piercing.

  • Be careful with your hair so that it does not get tangled around the jewelry.

  • Do not remove, rotate or move the jewelry; nipple piercing needs rest

  • For nipple piercings, it is recommended that when washing hair, care should be taken not to let the hair come into contact with the piercing to avoid tangling

  • It is also not recommended to play with the piercing, lick it or expose it to other bodily fluids.

  • In the car, it is important to pay attention to the seat belt so that there is no pressure on the nipple piercing.

  • As for the bra, it should be comfortable and not overly padded or laced to avoid unwanted friction or pulling on the nipple piercing.

  • Important to be careful when playing sports, especially when exercising that involves straining the pectoral muscles. This kind of activity could have the potential to push or pull on the nipple piercing. It is recommended to wear a well-fitting sports bra that will provide sufficient support and minimize the possibility of unpleasant friction or impact on the piercing.

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Complications after nipple piercing

After nipple piercing, problems can appear from minor to serious, it is important to contact the studio as soon as you feel any problem.

Warning signs can be (individually or in combination):

  • Outflows.

  • Unpleasant smell.

  • Excessive sensitivity to pain.

  • Severe swelling.

  • Erythema - redness.

  • The piercing and the skin around it are hot to the touch.

  • The formation of lumps or pimples near the injection site.

  • Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the armpit.

and other unusual and unpleasant manifestations.

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