What No One Tells You About Healing a Nose Piercing
Nose piercings, like many piercings, are something you should be careful with after just getting pierced. Following the aftercare advice is something that should be adhered to, no matter what, in order to prevent infections and other nasty problems from occurring.
With that being said, if you’re thinking about getting your nose pierced, then here are a few things that no one tells you about healing a nose piercing in general.
Surface healing is not the full healing process
Often enough, many of those who have their nose pierced will simply look at what’s happening on the surface and whether or not it looks as though it’s healed. A nose piercing might look and feel fine on the outside after a month or so, but the internal fistula is often still very fragile.
Therefore, it’s important to be aware of just how long the entire process can take. For most, it can be at least four to six months for the nostril piercing to heal fully. That seems like a long time, but it can soon fly by as long as you have no hitches in the healing process.
Irritation bumps are common
The delicate cartilage around your nose is highly susceptible to trauma. This can often result in a red irritation bump, which is otherwise known as a hypertrophic scar.
You’ll likely find this occurs right next to the jewelry you’re wearing as part of the piercing, which often leads wearers to think it’s infected. In reality, these irritation bumps are often caused by movement, pressure, or using harsh cleaning products.
With proper, gentle care, these bumps will end up resolving themselves by their own accord.
New piercings can close in minutes
Despite thinking that a piercing is going to remain open for some time, new piercings can commonly close in minutes in those early stages of healing. Even after a few months of having your nose piercing, if you remove the jewelry, the hole may start to shrink or close up very quickly.
That’s why it’s never a good idea to leave your initial jewelry out for any extended period of time when your piercing is healing. If the jewelry were to fall out for any extended period during the healing process, then you should visit your piercer for insertion immediately.
Jewellery material and style matter incredibly
When you’re looking to get nose piercings, you must be using high-quality jewellery and materials that aren’t going to cause ongoing irritation and complications. Implant-grade titanium studs are often recommended for the initial piercing because it helps ensure there are fewer problems in the initial healing phase. It helps by minimizing the movement and allergic reactions, too.
Everyday items will be a snagging hazard
You don’t realize until you’ve got something sticking ever so slightly from your nose. Towels and clothing, hair, and even your partner can snag the jewellery. This can cause pain, potential bumps, or even migration of the piercing. Try to be careful when it comes to nose piercing and making sure to avoid any snagging potential.
Healing a nose piercing is important, so make sure you’re keeping an eye on it to avoid any problems.
