Q. Does it hurt to be pierced? What about after the procedure?
Q. How are body piercings done?
Q. Why can't you use an ear piercing gun?
Q. Will it bleed?
Q. What are my chances of developing an infection?
Q. What about rejection?
Q. What does healed mean?
Q. When can I leave my jewelry out? What about removing jewelry for medical procedures, such as
X-Rays or MRI's?
Q. What is your policy on piercing minors?
Q. How safe are MICRO DERMALS?
Q. Can you explain Creative Minds Tattoo & Body Piercings procedures to maintain sterility?
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Q. Does it hurt to be pierced? What about after the procedure?
A. We are a "Free-Hand" studio, so what this means is that we do not clamp the area with Forceps. Forceps cause more trauma and pain to
the area and client. So to say piercings "hurt" is extreme. The most that you'll feel is some momentary discomfort. You may feel some
pressure or pinching depending on the placement of the piercing. You will find that it is never as bad as you think it will be. Piercings are done
so quickly and gently that any discomfort you feel will be over in the time it takes you to take a deep breath. Some people are more sensitive
and therefore will feel it more than others. What I say to customers who are extremely nervous is " If it was unbearably painful would they
be so common?" NO. There are no unbearable piercings or sensations from being pierced. After the procedure most piercees report that they
are in no way uncomfortable or in pain. Some people report some tingling, slight stinging or pinching ranging from a few hours to a couple of
days after the procedure. Tenderness is to be expected and absolutely natural. You can engage in most of your regular activities as long as you
"listen to your body" and take it easy if you feel its what you need.
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Q. How are body piercings done?
A. All piercings are done using sterile, single use needles. Some piercings require the use of forceps (otherwise known as clamps) but we DO
NOT clamp them down, we use a rubber band to create tension so there is less discomfort. Other placements require the use of a receiving
tube or cork which "catches" the needle as it exits the piercing site and prevents the needle from puncturing any other areas of the body. An
extremely sharp, beveled, sterile, disposable piercing needle is used to perform the piercing. These needles are specifically designed for this
purpose. The jewelry is inserted as the needle is pushed out of the body. This allows us to properly insert the correct size and style of jewelry.
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Q. Why can't you use an ear piercing gun?
A. Re-usable ear piercing guns cannot be sterilized between uses. It is even hard to properly clean them between customers. Therefore they
are not at all hygienic and can be dangerous. Piercing guns are considered safe only if they are either single-use guns or guns that have
sterilized disposable cassettes. A single-use piercing gun is best because it means that it is only used on one customer and then thrown away,
which decreases the risk of infection. Piercing guns with sterilized disposable cassettes are also considered acceptable, but are more difficult to
sterilize than single-use piercing guns.Do not receive a piercing from a reusable piercing gun that does not have sterilized disposable cassettes.
These types of piercing guns cannot be autoclaved, which increases the risk of infection. You should also not have a piercing performed with a
piercing gun on any other part of your body except your ear lobe. Doing so can crush the skin or cartilage and cause more injury and pain. You
should never use a piercing gun on cartilage!
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Q. Will it bleed?
A. Since we are breaking the skin, there is definitely a chance of bleeding. Most piercings are virtually bloodless, some do have a tendency to
bleed a little and a very small amount do bleed quite a bit, generally immediately following the piercing. This is to be expected. Certain areas
of the body have a richer blood supply than others. These areas tend to bleed, but also tend to heal the fastest. In these locations nutrients are
brought to the area and waste products removed easily, and heal the wound faster. You may not bleed while in the studio but it may bleed after
you've left. No need to worry this is normal.
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Q. What are my chances of developing an infection?
A. If the aftercare is followed precisely as directed there should be no chance of infection. All implements used in a piercing procedure are
sterile and/or single use.
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Q. What about rejection?
A. There is a very small chance of rejection in most of the piercings we perform. If we feel a specific piercing has a high chance of rejection or
your body is not properly suited for a specific piercing we will inform you of all the possibilities of the procedure. The more common piercings
have a very low risk of rejection. Rarely, despite the best efforts of all parties involved it can happen. If you suspect your piercing is rejecting
it is best to go see your piercer and have them take a look at it and advise you on the best course of action.
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Q. What does healed mean?
A. New piercings heal in 2 stages. The initial healing time is while you are strictly following your aftercare instructions. Initial healing is over
when the body has produced new cells which form around the inside of the piercing. At this point the piercing is no longer an open wound.
Around this time it could be advisable to change the jewelry and lessen cleanings but first consult with your piercer. Do keep in mind though
that this newly formed tissue is still very delicate and easily damaged. You must still be careful with it and not be too rough on the piercing. If
it becomes damaged at this point it can revert back to a healing piercing. Secondary healing is the toughening up of these new cells so that it
becomes more like the rest of your body. At the end of this stage your piercing is healed and can handle some rough
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Q. When can I leave my jewelry out? What about removing jewelry for medical procedures, such as X-Rays or MRI's?
A. The basic rule is " if you like your piercing always keep jewelry in them". Ear lobes generally stay open without jewelry, the same can not
be said for body piercings. It is in fact a totally personal issue. Some people have no problem leaving jewelry out of a piercing and reinserting it
at their leisure. Others may have had a piercing for years but as soon as the jewelry comes out it begins to shrink and close up. If you
absolutely have to remove your jewelry for a medical procedure there are non-metal materials you can wear to keep your piercing open.
These materials are generally medical grade plastics, the same thickness as your regular jewelry.
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Q. What is your policy on piercing minors?
A. You must be at least 18 years old with a valid state or government I.D. or have a parent or guardian with a valid state or government I.D.
The parent must be present in the studio must have ID or some proof of legal guardianship. We CAN NOT accept letters from your parents or
guardians!!
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Q. How safe are MICRODERMALS?
The practitioner makes the entry or the exit point using a dermal punch. Thereafter the microdermal jewelry is inserted into the hole and the
pocket is elevated as needed. This is followed by finishing off the procedure by coercing the jewelry into the correct placement.
As far as the healing is concerned, it takes about 1 - 3 months. Aftercare tips are not specified and may differ from piercer to piercer.
However, general recommendation is to keep the worked area clean, dry and free of any irritants. Use of any lotions, sprays around the area
must be avoided and swimming must also be refrained from, until the area has completely healed. Most piercers will try to convince you that
the rejection rate is very low on this type of piercing, but from my 12 years of experience, the rate is rather high. This is a new generation type
of piercing and not too many studies have been formed to get a correct percentage of rejections rates.
Now to micro dermal implants removal, it is best when left to a qualified physician. Generally, they will use a scalpel to remove the underlying
jewelry and tissue that may be holding the micro dermal in place. These implants are a kind of semi-permanent body functions and this may
make the removal quite difficult and painful. So, seeking a physicians help is a wise option. You will need to have these piercings removed in
most cases for MRI'S, SURGICAL PROCEDURES, ETC.
If you chose to get a micro dermal piercing, ensure that the jewelry is made from implant grade titanium and not any type of steel. This is to
rule out the risk of any infection or possible rejection.
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Q. Can you explain Creative Minds Tattoo & Body Piercings procedures to maintain sterility?
A. We use established Universal Precautions Procedures, which includes wearing disposable exam gloves for all
client contact. Instruments are sterilized in an autoclave prior to use on a client. The autoclave employs heat and
pressure for total sterilization. The needles we use are all single use. All other supplies used in any procedure are
single use, disposable. Supplies and containers housing supplies are all touched with clean, freshly gloved hands
only. The workstation is cleaned before and after each client with a hospital-grade hard surface disinfectant.
Jewelry is sterilized in the autoclave prior to insertion into the body. Each and every client is treated with care
and total attention.
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