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The Blomdahl Piercing Method
- Blomdahl earrings are made of medical grade plastic and surgical titanium which do not contain nickel. This is important because many people have nickel allergies and with Blomdahl piercing studs, you will not have to worry about experiencing an allergic reaction to your earrings.
- The piercing studs are sterile and packaged into one-time-use sterilized cassettes to minimize the risk of infection. The cassettes are inserted directly into the piercing gun to ensure a high level of hygiene and safety during the piercing process.
- Blomdahl piercing studs are sharp, long, and thick, which improves the healing process.
- The sharpness of the studs minimizes the amount of tissue trauma during the piercing process.
- The long post allows air to reach the front and back of the piercing wound, promoting healing.
- The thickness of the posts makes the diameter of the piercing large enough so that when it is time to replace your piercing studs, your new thinner earrings will not agitate the healing wound.
The Piercing Process
This is what you can expect at your piercing appointment:
At the start of the appointment, the nurse will asses your ears. Next, a surgical-grade skin marker will be used to mark the spot on your ear where the piercing will go. Once you confirm the placement, your ear will be sterilized and pierced.
Before the appointment is over, the nurse will make sure you have all the knowledge and products you need to care for your new piercing.
Tips for Piercing Babies
TIMING
The best time to pierce your baby’s ears is when they are happy and calm,
usually right after eating and a nap. Scheduling an appointment that works with your baby’s routine will help ensure a fun and stress-free experience for your baby and you!
DISTRACTIONS
Distractions are key for older babies and toddlers. Please have their favorite
toy or stuffed animal handy to keep them entertained and happy during the appointment.
For younger babies, pacifies, bottles, and/or breastfeeding are all great ways to distract from the sensations they will feel while prepping and piercing their ears.
BE READY TO FEED YOUR BABY RIGHT AFTER THE PIERCING
Babies are developmentally designed to be comforted by having something
in their mouths, typically a food source or pacifier. Preparing to nurse or
bottle feed your baby right after the piercing will calm your baby and distract
them from any minor discomfort they may be experiencing.
EXTRA HANDS ARE A PLUS
Having a second person present, who your baby is familiar and comfortable
with, can be especially helpful to hold and distract your baby during the appointment.
Numbing and Pain Relief
You may use a topical numbing cream if it will make you feel more comfortable. You can use any over the counter lidocaine cream sold in your local pharmacy. Please apply it at least 30 minutes before the appointment as it takes time to begin working.
You may use ice as a numbing agent too. As the nurse sets up and begin the marking process, you may hold ice to your ear lobes to numb them. Be sure the ice is not held directly on the skin, rather keep it wrapped in a towel.
For babies, icing the ears is more uncomfortable and lasts longer than the piercing itself, so it is better to not bother them with icing.
Tips for All Piercings
- Always wash your hands before touching your ears!
- Disinfect everything that goes in, on, or around your ears daily to decrease the risk of introducing bacteria to the site. This includes cell phones, headphones, Airpods, eyeglasses, etc.
- If you run out of After-care swabs, you can purchase more for $8 or Piercing Aftercare spray for $10. You can also use a sterile wound wash that is available over-the-counter at your local pharmacy.
- Do not use any lotions or ointments, such as Bacitracin or Neosporin. These products can clog the piercing & not allow for adequate airflow to promote proper healing.
- Avoid alcohol or peroxide products. These products can dry out the skin and the piercing, which will slow down the healing process.
- To avoid your new piercing from closing, wear earrings consistently for one year post-piercing. It is especially important to wear hypoallergenic materials for the first year while the holes are still healing.
- No heavy earrings until your holes have fully healed!
What is normal during the healing process vs. How do you know if the piercing is infected?
It is normal to experience the following:
- Tender to the touch
- Minimal Swelling
- Redness
- Some bleeding or oozing. A small amount of blood is normal and can be the body’s response to the piercing process, causing a small hematoma
Signs of infection include:
- Redness
- Swelling
- Ear is hot to touch
- Discharge (pus or blood)
During the first 6 weeks of your healing process, if you experience any complications with your piercings or have any concerns, feel free to reach out.
Make sure that you are cleaning your new piercing two to three times daily. The more you clean, the better your ears will heal! Always wash your hands before touching the piercing, only use saline solution and avoid rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and creams such as Neosporin or Bacitracin.
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If you experience symptoms such as excessive swelling or discharge, fever, area warm to the touch, extreme pain, or any symptoms that don’t improve over time, please reach out to your health care provider.