Flat Piercing

Among the many popular types of body modification, the flat form of this service is in high demand.

The name "flat" means that the jewelry is placed on flat, wrinkle-free areas of the body: chest, wrists, collarbones, back, forehead, cheekbones, neck. Places that are less subject to movement and trauma are the most optimal places for flat piercing. However, one must be aware that the healing of these holes is more problematic than with the usual types of body modifications. Healing can take several months, after which the earring can be rejected. In addition the piercing can remain in place for several weeks. And then the body displaces the earring to the surface of the skin.

Unfortunately, not all people are receptive to this type of change. If a person is not predisposed to this type of regeneration, the following consequences threaten. The jewelry can move from its original place, the body rejects the jewelry, there is a risk of severe scarring. If you still have an irresistible desire for this type of puncture, be prepared for a long healing period, which can last up to nine months.

Contact only a proven and experienced piercer

It is very important to contact only a proven and experienced piercer. Whose portfolio contains before and after photos of the flat change and wound healing. If the specialist cannot boast of such work, look for another craftsman. It is important not only the skill of the master in piercing the piercing. But also the ability to place the hole in the right place on the body so that the piercing heals faster and stays in place for a long time. Do not perform planar modifications that take up too little skin. And you should not use ordinary jewelry for this type either, there are special earrings for this type. A craftsman who does this is either unqualified or simply indifferent to the further healing of the pierced place on the body.

Planar Modification Earrings

Flat piercing use P-bars and the earring resembles an open clip.

The earring is a straight bar that connects the two side legs. As a rule, the so-called legs of the earring are arranged at right angles to the bar. But there are also earrings with other angles. The straight bar itself is located under the dermis, while the legs run outwards tangentially to the dermis. This reduces the pressure on the skin and eliminates the risk of irritant reactions during the healing period. On the legs, imposters disguise themselves, which prevent the decoration from falling into the skin.

The choice of earring for this species must be taken very seriously. The length of the bar should be such that it completely encloses the skin on both sides. The protrusion of the legs is one millimeter outward. The tufts should not press the dermis and should not fall under the skin.

It is important to focus on the following points for flat piercing.

• After inserting the earring, the earrings must be close to the skin. If the earrings stick out, the base is not chosen correctly. In this case, the protrusion will become even more pronounced over time and the earring can easily be rejected.

• The pennant should have a flat shape. The higher the height, the more often the decoration gets caught on clothing, which can also lead to rejection.

• If the piercing is on the face, the diameter of the tassels should be at least three millimeters, and on the body at least four millimeters. If the diameter is small, dirt can get under the tassels or they can easily get under the skin.

• It is important to choose a rod with a suitable twist, since they are screwed onto the thread and you do not know what the fastening angle will be.

Performing a Planar Piercing

When performing a flat piercing, the master often uses punch to work.

This is a special medical instrument used to take tissue samples for a biopsy. The instrument consists of a plastic handle that holds a sharp blade that forms round holes. While a needle simply pierces the skin, this instrument cuts out a small piece of skin.

How to prepare a channel for earrings:

• Punching is done in two passes for the legs of the earrings;
• Elevator or taperom will detach the dermis between the legs at the same depth;
• The rod is inserted into the finished channel.

The correct channel, which corresponds to the earring, does not cause pressure on the dermis.

As for the painfulness of the procedure. If we compare the feeling, body piercings are similarly painful to navel piercings. While on the face they feel like eyebrow piercings. The main difference is that with a navel or eyebrow piercing. The client is pierced only once, while with a flat piercing he has to go through three steps: the foot hole, the execution of the channel and the insertion of the earring. But it is worth noting that the puncture on the skin is accustomed to various frictions (clothes, towel and so on), so the procedure is not as painful as it may seem at first glance.

Healing time for flat piercing

After the procedure, the channel forms around the earring for six to twelve months.

In the first few weeks, discomfort is felt at the puncture site when actively touching or moving. If the pierced area no longer feels discomfort, you should not rejoice in advance that the puncture channel has healed and no more time can be wasted on treatment. The fact is that this type of piercing requires treatment throughout the entire period of wearing an earring. It should also be noted that even continuous, thorough treatment cannot solve the problem of external factors that can cause the earring to come off. Flat piercing can be called a short-term decoration, which can only be with very careful care and luck with the client.

It is not advisable to change the earring on your own. After the earring has completely healed, you can only remove the earring caps, but never the bar from your body. If you are determined to replace the earring, you should contact a professional craftsman who can replace the earring correctly and gently without damaging the skin.

Options for Optimal Injection Sites

The most suitable places for performing flat piercings are parts of the body such as forehead, collarbone, neck, cheekbones, chest.

Piercing in these places not only looks original, but is also less traumatic. But it is also worth considering the client's habits, because if a person is used to wearing a scarf or shawl on his neck, piercing in this place is not welcome. Or you will have to give up the habit.

The design of the jewelry allows the earring to be placed anywhere on the body, but not all places can heal normally. The above places where this type of piercing can be worn are not a limitation for other areas of the body. Customers also wear flat piercings on the back, stomach, arms, and so on. When choosing where to place the jewelry, you need to consider your habits and abilities.

Classic body modifications are much more reliable than planar ones. The fact is that the flat piercing is very difficult to keep it permanently in sterility and protect it from touching clothes, hands and the like. Therefore, it is not uncommon for the barbell to migrate from the skin to the outside. In this case, your body rejects the jewelry and you should visit a piercing specialist as soon as possible. It is important to treat the problem as early as possible to avoid unpleasant consequences in the form of inflammation and scarring.

If you want to remove the decoration from a full-fledged prosperous piercing, it is also advisable to contact a specialist. The piercer will help to dispose of the decoration in such a way that after it there will be hardly any traces.

Restrictions after the procedure of flat piercing

Since the piercing cannot be completely protected from dust and sweat, try to protect the punctured area from the external environment.

It is best not to go to baths, saunas or swimming pools during the entire healing period. However, if you cannot wait to go to the pool, it is important to observe a certain period of abstinence. The solarium can only be visited after two weeks. The swimming pool can be visited after four weeks, baths or saunas after six weeks. It is important to cover the injection site with a plaster and then treat it with an antiseptic.

It is advisable to limit your physical activity for a fortnight. If after two weeks you cannot give up a long visit to the gym, it is important to reconsider any physical activity. It causes discomfort in relation to the earring (pain, rubbing, pressure, etc.), skip the exercise while the earring heals.

If a bruise appears at the injection site, avoid alcoholic and low-alcohol beverages, coffee and drinks containing caffeine, as well as aspirin. When the bruise subsides completely, the above drinks can be consumed gradually.

If you have purchased a bruise ointment, you must be careful not to get it into the puncture site.

MRI and surface piercings

In order to completely remove the jewelry from the body, the canal must be completely healed.

However, there is also a risk of damaging the canal during the removal process, so it is advisable to contact an experienced piercing master for assistance. If you only remove the twist locks, the bar will not interfere with the CT scanner or you, it will only be visible on the image. The disadvantage is that the clear outline of the bar will be visible on the scan and it may shine around its shape, so it is best to talk to your doctor beforehand to make sure the barbell does not touch the area being examine

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