Disclaimer: The information found in this blog is based on a combination of professional experience, common sense, research, and body piercing practice. The information found in these posts is not to be considered a substitute for professional medical care by a doctor.
The best way to care for your oral piercing is to rinse your mouth for 30-60 seconds with a medical grade oral rinse after you brush your teeth both morning and night. Just a capful or two of mouthwash is all you need. You should use enough mouthwash for a comfortable swish. Do not use ordinary mouthwash, because many brands contain alcohol or other antiseptics that produce a burning feeling. These ingredients can irritate your new piercing and hinder the...
Aftercare for new piercings keeps the jewelry and the area around the wound clean and helps the piercing wound drain and heal. We suggest cleaning twice daily with a glycerin soap wash, and soaking twice daily with a warm sea salt solution. The easiest way to clean your piercing with glycerin soap is during your daily shower. The warm water and steam in the shower help soften your skin and loosen the crust that forms on your jewelry, making the...
At Almost Famous Body Piercing, we try to bring you the best selection of basic body jewelry. From captive bead rings in steel and titanium to gem beads, if you are looking for great basics, you’ll find them! We also carry a wide selection of basic plugs in screw fit and single and double flare options. For those people who like to wear silicone, acrylic, or natural stone, we have choices in those materials as well. We carry a selection of...
