Ear piercing is a cosmetic procedure in which a hole is created in the earlobe or cartilage to wear earrings. Modern methods, such as piercing with a special gun or needle, make the process quick and minimally painful. Sterile instruments and hypoallergenic materials are used, which reduces the risk of inflammation and accelerates healing.
After the procedure, it is important to properly care for the piercing: regularly treat it with an antiseptic, avoid contact with dirty hands, and not change the earrings until it is fully healed. The recovery process usually takes 4–6 weeks for the earlobe and longer for the cartilage part of the ear.
The specialist assesses the anatomy of the ear, helps choose the piercing location, and selects the appropriate earrings.
The skin is treated with an antiseptic to prevent possible infection.
The specialist makes marks on the skin to ensure the piercings are symmetrical and in the correct position.
A special sterile tool is used: a gun (for earlobes) or a needle (for cartilage). A medical earring is immediately inserted into the ear.
After the procedure, the ear is treated with an antiseptic again, the specialist gives aftercare advice, and warns about possible reactions.
The procedure is quick and almost painless. Most often, you only feel a slight pinch or pressure at the moment of piercing.
Earlobes heal in about 4–6 weeks, while cartilage piercings may take 3–6 months for full recovery.
Medical earrings made of hypoallergenic materials (titanium, surgical steel, gold) are used, which promote fast healing.
Piercings should be treated with an antiseptic twice a day, avoid touching the ears with dirty hands, and do not change earrings until fully healed.
In the first few days, it is better to avoid water exposure, especially in pools or saunas, to reduce the risk of infection.
