Healing Time: 6-8 weeks

Aftercare:

• Clean twice daily with saline solution.

• Avoid touching with unclean hands.

• Rotate the earring gently after cleaning.

What to Expect:

• Slight swelling and redness.

• Mild discomfort for a few days.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Severe pain, excessive swelling, or pus.

• Persistent redness or warmth around the piercing.

Healing Time: 3-6 months

Aftercare:

• Clean with saline solution twice a day.

• Avoid sleeping on the piercing.

• Refrain from changing the jewelry prematurely.

What to Expect:

• Tenderness and redness for the first few weeks.

• Possible crusting around the jewelry.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Sharp pain, excessive redness, or a foul odor.

• Lumps forming around the piercing.

Healing Time: 6-8 weeks

Aftercare:

• Rinse mouth with alcohol-free mouthwash after eating.

• Clean the outside with saline solution twice daily.

• Avoid smoking and spicy foods.

What to Expect:

• Initial swelling and tenderness.

• Possible slight bruising.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Excessive swelling or difficulty breathing.

• Unusual discharge or persistent redness.

Healing Time: 4-6 weeks

Aftercare:

• Rinse mouth with alcohol-free mouthwash after meals.

• Avoid spicy, acidic, or hot foods initially.

• Speak and eat slowly to avoid irritation.

What to Expect:

• Swelling and mild discomfort.

• Possible temporary lisp.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Severe pain or swelling that makes breathing difficult.

• Uncontrolled bleeding or pus.

Healing Time: 6-12 months

Aftercare:

• Clean with saline solution twice daily.

• Avoid tight clothing or irritants.

• Refrain from swimming in public pools until healed.

What to Expect:

• Mild redness and swelling.

• Some itching during healing.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Sharp pain, excessive swelling, or pus.

• Red streaks extending from the piercing.

Healing Time: 6-8 weeks

Aftercare:

• Clean with saline solution twice daily.

• Avoid touching or twisting the jewelry.

• Be cautious when washing your face or applying makeup.

What to Expect:

• Mild redness and tenderness.

• Slight bruising.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Severe redness, pain, or swelling.

• Discharge that is yellow or green.

Healing Time: 6-8 weeks

Aftercare:

• Clean with saline solution twice daily.

• Be gentle when blowing your nose.

• Avoid flipping the jewelry up and down frequently.

What to Expect:

• Mild swelling and tenderness.

• Slight crusting around the piercing.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Persistent pain, redness, or discharge.

• Difficulty breathing through your nose.

Healing Time: 2-4 months

Aftercare:

• Clean with saline solution twice daily.

• Avoid removing or changing jewelry prematurely.

• Refrain from touching the piercing unnecessarily.

What to Expect:

• Mild swelling and redness.

• Possible slight itching or irritation.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Sharp pain, pus, or excessive swelling.

• Difficulty breathing or a foul odor.

Healing Time: 8-12 weeks

Aftercare:

• Clean with saline solution twice daily.

• Avoid touching or twisting the jewelry.

• Be cautious with glasses or sunglasses.

What to Expect:

• Mild swelling and tenderness.

• Possible slight bruising.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Persistent pain, redness, or discharge.

• Signs of infection or migration.

Healing Time: 6-12 months

Aftercare:

• Clean with saline solution twice daily.

• Wear loose clothing and breathable fabrics.

• Avoid sleeping on your stomach initially.

What to Expect:

• Tenderness and slight swelling.

• Possible crusting around the jewelry.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Severe pain, excessive swelling, or pus.

• Unusual discharge or lumps forming.

Healing Time: 2-4 weeks

Aftercare:

• Keep the tattoo clean and moisturized.

• Avoid soaking in water (baths, pools) until fully healed.

• Protect the tattoo from direct sunlight.

What to Expect:

• Slight redness and tenderness.

• Peeling and itching as the tattoo heals.

Contact a Doctor If:

• Severe redness, swelling, or pus.

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like excessive itching or rash.