Do Nose Rings Hurt? Learn More About Nose Piercings
Want to learn more about nose piercings? Here’s a quick FAQ of some commonly asked questions about nose rings.
Do Nose Rings Hurt?
This is one of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to nose ring piercings. Almost every piercing hurts from the moment that the needle breaks the skin. However, that pain is only momentary. Afterward, you won’t feel any pain, though you might feel a dull ache or throbbing sensation for some time after you get your nose piercing.
You might end up dealing with a lot more pain if you don’t opt for a professional piercer. This is usually due to the possibility of an inexperienced piercer placing the needle between the septum and the Columella. In the aftermath, your septum piercing hurts far more and continues to hurt for far longer.
How Long Does It Take to Heal a Nose Piercing?
Nose piercings can heal in as little as 3 months. Still, it’s safer to continue treating it as if in the healing period for at least 6 months.
Removing a nose piercing too soon can be very unforgiving. It can result in irritation, scarring, a greater chance of infection, difficulty reinserting the jewelry, or a tear to the piercing channel. In any case, it’s important to ensure that your first piercing is something you’re comfortable with so your piercing has time to heal.
What are the Side Effects of a Nose Piercing?
Aside from the pain, you might deal with blood, swelling, tenderness, and bruising. It’s also normal for scabbing or crusting to occur around a new piercing. Often, you’ll be recommended to avoid alcohol and any non-medically essential medications or supplements that increase the risk of bleeding.
Infections and allergic reactions are also fairly common. While they may not be serious, it’s important to stay diligent. Signs of an infection include fever, chills, redness, swelling, and increasing pain. Left untreated, an infection can become very serious and even fatal.
How Do I Change Out a Nose Ring?
Though it may seem straightforward, changing your piercing can be quite difficult. If done improperly or too soon, you risk causing extra damage. For the most part, it’s best to let your piercer handle it.
Once you feel better prepared to change your piercing, the most important thing is hygiene. Always make sure to wash your hands before touching your piercing or jewelry. Wearing gloves also helps to add protection.
What Piercing Materials Can I Choose From?
Titanium
Titanium is a great metal for healing a new nose piercing. It’s nickel-free and has less risk of developing an infection. This makes it one of the best for first-timers.
Surgical Stainless Steel
Surgical steel is also a common metal used for body jewelry due to its affordability. However, it may also contain trace amounts of nickel, which can lead to an allergy or infection.
Gold
Gold is a great choice for new nose ring piercings. However, it’s important to make sure that it’s solid gold or white gold. In most cases, gold piercings are only gold-plated and made of surgical steel.
