BodyMod.org Forum : Surface Piercings

BodyMod.org Forum : Surface Piercings http://www.bodymod.org/forum This is an XML content feed of; BodyMod.org Forum : BodyMod.org FAQ : Surface Piercings Tue, 06 Jan 2009 14:08:00 UT Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:01:35 UT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 8.0 RC1.1 60 www.bodymod.org/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3050 Surface Piercings : I hada vertical bridgefor eight... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=208234#208234 Author: Cale
Subject: 3050
Posted: January/05/2009 at 4:01pm

I had a vertical bridge for eight months, but I've seen them last longer and shorter than that. I had severe scarring and have an awesome mark on my face, which I tried to cleverly cover with a tattoo. If you're worried about scarring, I wouldn't go through with it unless you find a reputable piercer. But even then, it doesn't mean you won't have problems with it.]]> Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:01:35 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=208234#208234 Surface Piercings : What is the rejection rate on... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=208007#208007 Author: zymotic
Subject: 3050
Posted: January/04/2009 at 9:49pm

What is the rejection rate on vertical bridge piercings? I want one but I would be afraid of it rejecting and creating an unsightly scar in the middle of my face.]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2009 21:49:34 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=208007#208007 Surface Piercings : +1 again!lol.i need to know if... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=207872#207872 Author: LipsticStardust
Subject: 3050
Posted: January/04/2009 at 4:12pm

+1 again!lol.i need to know if my Christina can be changed to a surface staple.I currently dont have any probs with it(4-5mos)but that sounds more comfy.]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:12:16 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=207872#207872 Surface Piercings : I have my nape pierced with a... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=207848#207848 Author: vampmorag
Subject: 3050
Posted: January/04/2009 at 3:37pm

I have my nape pierced with a PTFE bar. No, its not shaped liked a surface bar, its straight. Ive had it for ages and it seems to have healed fine. I've not had any problems with it. Im guessing it'll probs grow out eventually, but do u think there is any chance at all to save it by getting a piercer to change it to a surface bar? Thanx]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2009 15:37:32 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=207848#207848 Surface Piercings : hummm can't open the links... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=202469#202469 Author: AntoParanoia
Subject: 3050
Posted: December/17/2008 at 6:50pm

hummm can't open the links monatana piercer put in the biggining of this thread, and i'll love to be able to look at those pages..... does anyone have the same problem???how can i fix it?

]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:50:37 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=202469#202469 Surface Piercings : it's ok http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=200103#200103 Author: Chiarax79
Subject: 3050
Posted: December/11/2008 at 10:46am

it's ok]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:46:31 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=200103#200103 Surface Piercings : +1.Kudos!Can't be more well... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=197657#197657 Author: LipsticStardust
Subject: 3050
Posted: December/03/2008 at 4:43pm

+1.Kudos!
Can't be more well said.
]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:43:07 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=197657#197657 Surface Piercings : agreed.the two sides of my ribs... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=197005#197005 Author: Dan Gilliver
Subject: 3050
Posted: December/01/2008 at 4:18pm

agreed.

the two sides of my ribs play testimony to this.

The one side, I had done by a good friend working in a Blue Banana piercing parlour in the UK, and I've had these in now for over 3 years, and they still show no signs of migration (pics available on my profile).

The other side, however, was done by another girl working at the same store, who I dont think had been working there for long.
She did this without supervision, and a few weeks after, they migrated completely, and scarred badly.

I must admit this was partly my own fault for not getting an advanced peircing done by a trusted and fully qualified peircer.

But Montana makes a very good point, there are too many people out there thinking it's just like doing any other piercing, and it's definately like playing the lottery if you don't get these kinda things done by someone who knows exactly what they're doing, and have got certificates to back it up! Big%20Grin

cheers Montana, well said!

]]> Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:18:17 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=197005#197005 Surface Piercings : i very recently just had my first... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=196639#196639 Author: tokus
Subject: 3050
Posted: November/30/2008 at 12:06pm

i very recently just had my first professionally done surface piercing - nape

which was surprisingly painful whilst being done but after i feel no pain at all! whereas usually its the other way around, but now im already planning my second nape :)

although i think some surface piercings can look awful...
]]> Sun, 30 Nov 2008 12:06:50 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=196639#196639 Surface Piercings : My corset piercing was one of... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=195968#195968 Author: sweatereyes
Subject: 3050
Posted: November/27/2008 at 4:33pm

My corset piercing was one of my first piercings, which looking back on it, was probably not the best idea. I mean, I did a lot of research on them before talking to a piercer so I knew some of the basics (such as using surface barbells). I got four surface barbells (with external threading) and didn't put the slave beads on for a couple of months. However, the piercings only lasted about 6 months total (they were difficult for me to take of on my own which I think was a big part of the problem)..
But, when I got them done, I had originally wanted them to be vertically placed, but the piercer said that they had a better chance to successful if they were on 45 degree angles, meanwhile other piercers tell me that this was not the best idea. Does anyone know if there is a better success rate based on the angle of the piercing for corsets? (You can check my photos to see how mine was set up) I haven't seen other corsets done in this way so I'm not sure.

My other surface piercings were even less successful than my corset.. my sternum lasted about 4 months, but I found out that that was because it was placed in a spot that (due to boobs) had a lot of movement. My wrist piercing I knew was temporary when I got it done, but it was for a friend that is apprenticing and wanted to expand their portfolio. For my wrist PTFE stuff was used when the piercing was first done but was switched to a proper surface barbell the next day (we agreed to use the plastic because at the time of the piercing it was quicker to get in and it was his very first surface piercing). It still lasted for over a month and took it out only because it kept getting caught.
]]> Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:33:54 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=195968#195968 Surface Piercings : I think the whole surface piercing... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=193776#193776 Author: AileenFritz
Subject: 3050
Posted: November/20/2008 at 2:10pm

I think the whole surface piercing techniques issue is still a sore subject for ppl.. I initially learned to do surface piercings with a curved barbell like 8 years ago. I now know that that method sucks, LOL!! But Im still currently using needles and surface bars... Ive never used a punch so i have no opinion on that method. Ive had pretty good success rates with the needle & surface bar method but after the positive comments on the punch method i think Ill give it a try!!!! So thanks for opeining a new door for me....]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:10:29 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=193776#193776 Surface Piercings : I'm pleased that you have... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165639#165639 Author: Amulet
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/29/2008 at 10:51pm

I'm pleased that you have had success with your piercings and not trying to diss anyone else. Just saying that there are people who know what they are doing with a needle! It doesn't take too long with a piercer to get to know whether or not they really know their stuff and give a shit about their customers. Many don't, it's true, but lots of us do care about our customers and the quality of their work. I am a perfectionist and am always willing to learn new ideas and techniques, but they don't always work for me!]]> Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:51:16 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165639#165639 Surface Piercings : its nice to see that some ppl... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165637#165637 Author: Yika
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/29/2008 at 10:47pm

its nice to see that some ppl like to stick to the word but in my case he said he realy new how and there no other way nd well look at me now]]> Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:47:40 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165637#165637 Surface Piercings : Hello all! It has been very interesting... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165631#165631 Author: Amulet
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/29/2008 at 10:41pm

Hello all! It has been very interesting to read all of the posts on here. However, I do have to disagree with some of the comments on here. I trained as a piercer 2 years ago by somebody who was very experienced with surface piercings and taught me his techniques. As a result of this, I always use 1.6mm staples (surface bars) and recognise the stupidity of barbells or banana bars for this purpose. However, I DO use a needle and usually clamps as well. I have found this to be an effective method. Placement is of course an extremely important issue. I hope to learn to do microdermals soon as I do feel that these really are the way to go. I don't want to be responsible for scarring people up, but, as has been pointed out, a release form is signed as there is nothing the piercer can do to aid the healing process once the customer has left the studio. I do resent being told that I don't know what I am doing because I don't do dermal punches. I DO know what I am doing and have been well trained. I would not begin to do any piercing of which I was unsure as it would be unfair of me to practice on the paying public! There is more than one way to skin a cat, as the proverb goes. We can all learn from each other and employ the techniques that work for each of us, but we will never all do things the same way. As long as the jewellery and the placement is good then there is a good chance of success.]]> Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:41:11 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165631#165631 Surface Piercings : Originally posted by CheeseStixI... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165280#165280 Author: Yika
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/28/2008 at 9:05pm

Originally posted by CheeseStix

I believe I've pulled out around 20 surface bars, that were done with the pinch and poke method, before I knew any better.
Logistically, I can definitely see how the punch and taper method should be infinitely better, but with what I've gone through with surface piercings already, I don't think I could ever go back to them. I find microdermals to be a great substitute.

i had about 13 do the same thing by the same person. i as well will never do another surface. and yes i hate all of my scars
]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2008 21:05:39 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165280#165280 Surface Piercings : the bruising has gone down now,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165094#165094 Author: emmeroid
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/28/2008 at 12:33pm

the bruising has gone down now, but i get the odd day when i can see it
last time i had a staple in it, but now i have a PTFE bar in so it doesnt catch as much, and feels a lot better
]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:33:50 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165094#165094 Surface Piercings : Hard to say without seeing it... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165091#165091 Author: Carrie_p2005
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/28/2008 at 12:28pm

Hard to say without seeing it myself. If it was still bruised from the last time, you shouldn't have had it repierced in the same spot.]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:28:34 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=165091#165091 Surface Piercings : i could do with a bit of advice...i... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=164973#164973 Author: emmeroid
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/28/2008 at 1:49am

i could do with a bit of advice...
i had a surface piercing on my arm the start of this year, it got bruised, but didnt really hurt but i kept knocking it, and one night i hit it and bled. profusely. and wouldnt stop for ages. after a while it did and just stayed bruised.
but anyway with much deliberation and pushing by my ex, i took it out, and it healed up
then about two months ago, same time i got my septum pierced, i had it done again, and its fine. but still a little bruised from when i had it done last time

thing is
i get the occasional bit of blood, and it goes hard to move the bar, it happens rarely though, but i was wondering if its still ok?
itdoesnt hurt until it goes funny

heeeeeelp!
]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2008 01:49:42 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=164973#164973 Surface Piercings : Originally posted by modified... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=161654#161654 Author: Jenneee
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/17/2008 at 9:57pm

Originally posted by modified youth

Originally posted by MontanaPiercer

That is disgusting lol. I can't imagine anyone fighting to keep these in like this.

that is nasty , the person in this immage should have clearly taken them out once theu saw the outsides becoming the way they did

]]> Sun, 17 Aug 2008 21:57:01 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=161654#161654 Surface Piercings : Read back through here for more... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159271#159271 Author: CheeseStix
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/10/2008 at 5:37pm

Read back through here for more info, but the usual warning signs are redness, soreness, etc.
The chances of dermal anchors rejecting are much, much, lower than surface bars. As long as you take care of them, everything should be fine with dermal anchors. :D
]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2008 17:37:42 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159271#159271 Surface Piercings : i keep reading all these negative... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159263#159263 Author: teahstaysgold
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/10/2008 at 5:24pm

i keep reading all these negative remarks about surface piercings.

what are the odds my body is going to reject mine? ive got 2 14g dermal anchors.

most people say they dont have problems until 7+ months after getting them done. are there any warning signs or anything?

]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2008 17:24:58 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159263#159263 Surface Piercings : very well said. lots of intresting... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159209#159209 Author: this_is_my_name
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/10/2008 at 3:20pm

very well said. lots of intresting info too.]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:20:44 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159209#159209 Surface Piercings : I believe I've pulled out... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159198#159198 Author: CheeseStix
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/10/2008 at 2:59pm

I believe I've pulled out around 20 surface bars, that were done with the pinch and poke method, before I knew any better.
Logistically, I can definitely see how the punch and taper method should be infinitely better, but with what I've gone through with surface piercings already, I don't think I could ever go back to them. I find microdermals to be a great substitute.
]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2008 14:59:55 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159198#159198 Surface Piercings : My punch and taper surface piercing(nape)... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159193#159193 Author: nosuzanne
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/10/2008 at 2:50pm

My punch and taper surface piercing (nape) is the only one I've had in long term. Meaning more then a couple weeks/ months. It was done by a very experienced practioner with a high quality anatometal surface bar. ]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2008 14:50:48 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=159193#159193 Surface Piercings : I do have one surfacepiercing... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=148810#148810 Author: Peedu
Subject: 3050
Posted: July/17/2008 at 10:13pm

I do have one surfacepiercing in my forehead, it is healed and other I had in my left hand, it did not heal. :/ I had to take it off, there went 50euros but it was worth it.

edit:

I noticed that I have posted here one other post with same subject, but one thing more to tell..

Edited by Peedu - July/17/2008 at 10:15pm]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:13:02 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=148810#148810 Surface Piercings : i have surface piercings on my... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=135929#135929 Author: stoke-skater
Subject: 3050
Posted: June/07/2008 at 5:58am

i have surface piercings on my face and have had no trouble with them so far. hope to keep it that way.

]]> Sat, 07 Jun 2008 05:58:52 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=135929#135929 Surface Piercings : Hello all! I... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=134055#134055 Author: flightstreak723
Subject: 3050
Posted: June/01/2008 at 9:55pm

Hello all! I got a surface piercing in my back 7 months ago. I didn't know this at the time, but the method used was improper (clamp, taper, teflon barbel). I decided to leave it in and see what happened. It has been pretty good as far as pain goes, it doesn't hurt at all. But it has always been a little red around the holes, and there has always been fluid build up (mostly a yellow-reddish clear color). I recently go a bad sunburn, and since then it has been acting up. It has been very sore, red, and is bleeding a bit. Is this a sign of rejection, or will it pass? Also, is the regular fluid secretion for the 7 months straight normal?

Thanks for the help.

links for the pictures:

http://oswego.edu/~bfromm/back1.JPG
http://oswego.edu/~bfromm/back2.JPG

Edited by flightstreak723 - June/02/2008 at 9:36pm]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2008 21:55:16 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=134055#134055 Surface Piercings : I didn't read all the comments... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133872#133872 Author: Peedu
Subject: 3050
Posted: June/01/2008 at 9:42am

I didn't read all the comments on but wanted to inform that I do have a surfacepiercing on my forehead and it has healed completely.]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2008 09:42:32 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133872#133872 Surface Piercings : Originally posted by MontanaPiercer... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133504#133504 Author: modified youth
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/31/2008 at 8:57am

Originally posted by MontanaPiercer

that is nasty , the person in this immage should have clearly taken them out once theu saw the outsides becoming the way they did

]]> Sat, 31 May 2008 08:57:46 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133504#133504 Surface Piercings : my other half will try to always... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133489#133489 Author: Terri-Sian
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/31/2008 at 7:37am

my other half will try to always use the punch and taper method when doing surface work

he's been a body modifier for 13 years.

he's never damaged muscle tissue. to be honest with all body modification there is always a risk of something not quite going to plan hence why you sign a release form!

im an apprentice so naturally im just learning the basic bread and butter piercings to begin with (navel, eyebrow etc etc) it's going to be at least a year before i learn about genital work and a hell of a long time before i start with surface and dermal punches...

i feel things like this should be done by someone who knows what the hell they are doing. im not against people experimenting but if you are after a quality piece then go to a quality body modifier!

]]> Sat, 31 May 2008 07:37:51 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133489#133489 Surface Piercings : thats why you get a professional... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133275#133275 Author: theartofnecro
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/30/2008 at 1:29am

thats why you get a professional who knows what they're doing, and even so sometimes its inevitable ]]> Fri, 30 May 2008 01:29:21 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133275#133275 Surface Piercings : Actually the needle method with... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133059#133059 Author: kweidog
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/29/2008 at 2:07pm

Actually the needle method with clamps results in 90 degree entry and exit holes as well,doing them freehand with a needle does not.

Also,one big draw back with the dermal punch is it's real easy to lacerate the underlying muscle tissue.

]]> Thu, 29 May 2008 14:07:05 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=133059#133059 Surface Piercings : WOW.. some people are real dumbasses,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=132934#132934 Author: theartofnecro
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/29/2008 at 4:56am

WOW.. some people are real dumbasses, read the thread properly before asking questions. Most of them have already been answered.

PTFE isnt suitable for a surface piercing, unless it has been bent into shape using the right method, but surface bars are usually still preferred.
Also the punch and taper technique is preffered to the needle method due to the angle of the holes created.. i drew this in MS paint to illustrate what i've poorly put into words...

Edited by theartofnecro - May/29/2008 at 4:57am]]> Thu, 29 May 2008 04:56:46 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=132934#132934 Surface Piercings : Yika - it wasn't really infected,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=126234#126234 Author: KittenLaTrix
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/14/2008 at 4:30pm

Yika - it wasn't really infected, just sore and bit red. I let it settle before I removed it though. Thanks :)

I took it out a few days ago. It's healing nicely. I'm keeping it clean, and I've got some vitamin E oil for healing. It's going ok so far, but I'm keeping my fingers crossed it all goes smoothly.

]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 16:30:12 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=126234#126234 Surface Piercings : if you take it when there is an... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=126141#126141 Author: Yika
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/14/2008 at 12:01pm

if you take it when there is an infection the infection will get stuck in you skin ad is just not fun try and heal it first if you can then take it out and do seasalt soaks just remember to rinse with worm water after you dont want the seasalt to couse a calice
]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 12:01:25 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=126141#126141 Surface Piercings : ugh thats just nasty! i mean when... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=126139#126139 Author: leadpipe05
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/14/2008 at 11:36am

ugh thats just nasty! i mean when u see its rejecting TAKE IT OUT!]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 11:36:40 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=126139#126139 Surface Piercings : I'm not a pro, so it would... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=122818#122818 Author: CheeseStix
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/06/2008 at 8:06am

I'm not a pro, so it would be best to wait for advice from one of them, but I would personally suggest going back to the piercer to have it removed, at a time when it's not infected, then doing sea salt soaks (1/4 teaspoon non iodized sea salt to 8 ounces of warm water, for about 7 or 8 minutes) twice a day until the holes close over. Then use Vitamin E oil (or lotion, but oil is better) everyday. The soaks should help it stay clean and close nicely, and the vitamin E oil is amazing for reducing scars.
Good luck! :D
]]> Tue, 06 May 2008 08:06:12 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=122818#122818 Surface Piercings : Hi guys. I've looked around... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=122815#122815 Author: KittenLaTrix
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/06/2008 at 7:51am

Hi guys. I've looked around to find the answer to this question, but I'm none the wiser as yet.

I got a sternum piercing about two months ago, its done with PTFE bent at 90 degrees each end. It all went ok, the piercer told me it would take a long time to heal because of the placement, but I've noticed its not quite central, which bugs me a lot.

SO I'm planning on taking it out quite soon, also as I keep knocking it and it keeps getting minor infections - a bit of swelling and soreness, getting hot to touch and a bit of pus leaking. I'm just looking for a bit of advice, whats the best way to keep it clean and make sure it heals smoothly, with as little scarring possible? Is it ok to take it out myself, or should I go back to the piercer? Please help, I really dont want bad scars on my chest!

]]> Tue, 06 May 2008 07:51:58 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=122815#122815 Surface Piercings : I don't see any reason why... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115826#115826 Author: Carrie_p2005
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/16/2008 at 2:03pm

I don't see any reason why you shouldn't get microdermals there. They would have a better chance of staying put than a surface pierciing.]]> Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:03:13 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115826#115826 Surface Piercings : ive have surface piercing that... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115789#115789 Author: Yika
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/16/2008 at 11:30am

ive have surface piercing that were healer and later after almost a year just start to reject. so i took them out before they really started to look bad and now after i let the scares some what heal (as much as a scare will heal) im getting microdermals over them.

one they heal faster.
two they get put in with the growth of the skin
three the skin grows with the piercing so it wii hopefully never reject ]]> Wed, 16 Apr 2008 11:30:10 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115789#115789 Surface Piercings : But anyway, I wanted to get Microdermals... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115720#115720 Author: Joshiepoo
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/16/2008 at 2:10am

But anyway, I wanted to get Microdermals there. However, my piercer didn't recommend it. Should I get those as opposed to surface piercings? [THE PROPER ONES]]]> Wed, 16 Apr 2008 02:10:22 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115720#115720 Surface Piercings : Originally posted by JoshiepooHoney,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115515#115515 Author: Carrie_p2005
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/15/2008 at 3:23pm

Originally posted by Joshiepoo

Honey, I live in Delaware. It's not likely that anyone here knows. xD

You might be pleasantly surprised. I'm from a small town in Indiana.
]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:23:15 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115515#115515 Surface Piercings : It's scary to see people... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115447#115447 Author: Tallulah
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/15/2008 at 12:28pm

It's scary to see people in Ireland with surface piercing. I've seen some horrifying work over here. It's a shame the people themselves aren't sensible enough to realise that straight bars and piercings just aren't going to work.

I had my madison done with a needle and no matter how well I took care of it it just did not want to stay in. I took it out as soon as it started rejecting. Probably shouldn't have even done it but there you go.

The back of my neck is a custom bar and it's healed great. Still got if after two years without any grow out.

It's good to hear from people who know what they're talking about when it comes to surface piercings since I had to look pretty far when researching it to find any reliable info.

Thanks guys!

]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:28:15 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115447#115447 Surface Piercings : Honey, I live in Delaware. It's... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115420#115420 Author: Joshiepoo
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/15/2008 at 11:43am

Honey, I live in Delaware. It's not likely that anyone here knows. xD]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2008 11:43:52 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115420#115420 Surface Piercings : I don't mean to be the bearer... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115326#115326 Author: Carrie_p2005
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/15/2008 at 12:46am

I don't mean to be the bearer of bad news, but even if you changed out the jewelry right now, it probably won't ever heal correctly. To make a surface piercing work, you also have to use the correct method, which includes creating a pocket that is the exact same size and shape as your surface barbell. This is why the punch and taper method is so highly recommended. Even if your pierced created a suitable pocket (which is unlikely since he used PTFE, this shows he is not properly educated about surface piercings), the PTFE will have changed the shape of the piercing to conform to straight jewelry. Putting in a surface barbell will probably do nothing but irritate the piercing and perpetuate rejection. My advice: take them out, let them heal, and then go to a piercer who knows how to properly do surface piercings.
]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:46:38 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115326#115326 Surface Piercings : So, I recently got my clavicles... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115284#115284 Author: Joshiepoo
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/14/2008 at 10:07pm

So, I recently got my clavicles pierced with PFTE. My piercer told me after he thought they were healing decently he'd put in a surface bar. So, is this alright or should I suggest him to put them in sooner than that?]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2008 22:07:38 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=115284#115284 Surface Piercings : I am guessing from my experience... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=111665#111665 Author: funanddeath
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/03/2008 at 11:12pm

I am guessing from my experience with surface piercings that that onewas done with a needle. YOU DO NOT USE A NEEDLE FOR A SURFACE PIERCING.And yea, Carrie is right, even if it won't reject it is still too high on the ends and will get snagged on everything considering the spot you chose to place it.

I would recommend taking it out, letting it heal, and in 6 to 10 weeks get it redone correctly.

Punch and taper method, you use a biopsy punch to create the 90 degree angled holes (this keeps from putting any pressure on the skin), and you have to have the right jewelry. If the piercer knows the correct way to do these piercings they will have the correct jewelry, you can tell that piece was made by the piercer. It needs to have two 90 degree angled ends to again keep from pulling, and this jewelry will come in like this, it does not need to be made. Also the ends put on this bar should be flat, they are called healing disks, and will help keep the piercing from snagging on anything, and helps to reduce swelling in the piercing.

Please, if someone pulls a clamp and needle out on you when you are getting a surface piercing, THEY DO NOT KNOW HOW TO DO IT. Just wait and have it done right to avoid a really nasty scar.
]]> Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:12:51 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=111665#111665 Surface Piercings : I'm getting a corset down... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=111347#111347 Author: Jackalhead
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/02/2008 at 6:07pm

I'm getting a corset down my back with microdermal anchors. We don't have Tygon in SA.]]> Wed, 02 Apr 2008 18:07:08 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=111347#111347 Surface Piercings : That is probably going to reject.... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=111342#111342 Author: Carrie_p2005
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/02/2008 at 5:54pm

That is probably going to reject. For one, the bends are 80 degrees, not 90, and that makes a huge difference in the amount of pressure on the surrounding tissue. Second, the risers are very high and will likely catch on everything, resulting in constant irritation. If you like it, leave it there for now, but take it out at the first signs of rejection to avoid ugly scars. Look for things like the skin pulling away from the edges of the holes, the bar underneath the skin showing on the edges, and being able to see the jewelry through the skin.]]> Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:54:36 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=111342#111342 Surface Piercings : Ok this is so stupid. I got my... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=111203#111203 Author: x_jessabel
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/02/2008 at 11:46am

Ok this is so stupid.

I got my wrist pierced. But it doesn't look right.

I hope the pic works.

Didn't they use the right barbell?

Or didn't they go deep enough?

And should I take it out?

sorry for the blurry picture.

]]> Wed, 02 Apr 2008 11:46:52 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=111203#111203 Surface Piercings : personal experiance: surface... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=105178#105178 Author: billybot
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/16/2008 at 12:39am

personal experiance:

surface piercing reared its head here in my corner of the planet in the last decade, i got my nape pierced the first time years ago before we had ever heard of ptfe or tygon or whatever. when i asked my piercist she said she would do it as long as i understood it would reject, we pierced it with a one inch curved barbell, i went for my second a few months later, a few months after that i got my clavicles done (they rejected quickly) a third nape piercing, a horizontal belly, and finally a 4th nape. i lost 2 napes that fell out while i slept (the two bottom ones) the two that i have left are at least 6 years old, same with my belly, they are generally healthy although get a little irritated when i am under stress. all were done with one inch curved barbells.

im not immune to rejection i know from my clavicles and the whole golfball sized handweb fiasco, just pretty lucky, my belly is my favorite piercing, and i forget about my nape most of the time.

i have no personal experiance with ptfe, the shops here that do surface piercings use it now, my girlfriend has a monroe with it in it, and i can see that it doesnt allow any more flexability than steel that i can see. its not doing well but she also had a sternum that went down the rejection road.

i have seen a pair of 4 inch back piercings on somone that were done with tygon i believe (its something really stretchy) they were done at a festival by some famous piercist whos name i didnt listen too, they are doing well or at least looked like they were. which makes sence, the jewelery would idealy need to be more flexible that the flesh its in right? has anyone ever tried to come up with like a silicone barbell?

also i always put spikes on my piercings when i get them done (i like being sharp) i found that the bottom edges of the cone spikes dug in on the curved barbells in my surface piercings, pushing the jewelery away from the skin, but after a few days a groove that it fits into always forms. so i may just be a freak...

Edited by billybot - March/16/2008 at 12:40am]]> Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:39:12 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=105178#105178 Surface Piercings : Thanks! Mine is better already... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=104445#104445 Author: jiams
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/13/2008 at 11:50am

Thanks! Mine is better already (:

Hope yours is fine as well!

]]> Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:50:29 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=104445#104445 Surface Piercings : Originally posted by VeilsideSaw... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=100897#100897 Author: Jeeennnnniiiii
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/05/2008 at 3:18pm

Originally posted by Veilside

Saw Mac doing one of these on sunday, the technique seemed relatively simple, so I can't understand why people still use the inferior needle technique.

that was on me

we filmed it.. (it's a madison) so have a look on MACCY2TONGUES page for the video.
there was so much more blood than i thought!!
and seriously.. i barely felt it. you can even see me laughing in the video part way through.
i'll definately be using that method from now on.

Originally posted by jiams

I had my nape pierced 5 days back and my neck feels really strained now.

Does anybody here knows what are the signs of rejection? Causethere's like visible red mark across my nape piercing where the surfacebar is at.

Thanks in advance

i got mine done a week and a half ago and it's still red. i imagine it'll hurt for a while yet.

Edited by Jeeennnnniiiii - March/05/2008 at 3:19pm]]> Wed, 05 Mar 2008 15:18:25 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=100897#100897 Surface Piercings : I had my nape pierced5 days back... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=100875#100875 Author: jiams
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/05/2008 at 2:37pm

I had my nape pierced 5 days back and my neck feels really strained now.

Does anybody here knows what are the signs of rejection? Cause there's like visible red mark across my nape piercing where the surface bar is at.

Thanks in advance

]]> Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:37:59 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=100875#100875 Surface Piercings : Saw Mac doing one of these on... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=95838#95838 Author: Veilside
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/25/2008 at 1:55pm

Saw Mac doing one of these on sunday, the technique seemed relatively simple, so I can't understand why people still use the inferior needle technique.]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2008 13:55:09 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=95838#95838 Surface Piercings : Well, if you're right or... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=94269#94269 Author: tessariot
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/22/2008 at 8:54pm

Well, if you're right or not, logically that sounds like it would work much better than a needle.
]]> Fri, 22 Feb 2008 20:54:03 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=94269#94269 Surface Piercings : The punch and taper method involves... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=94230#94230 Author: CheeseStix
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/22/2008 at 6:51pm

The punch and taper method involves making two small holes with a dermal punch, and then making a pocket in between them with a taper, to create a hole the same shape and size as the surface bar, as opposed to the needle method, which leaves shape... questionable.
Such is my understanding anyways, I'm not a pro though, so don't quote me on that. Propeller

]]> Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:51:56 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=94230#94230 Surface Piercings : Just curious, what exactly is... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=94220#94220 Author: tessariot
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/22/2008 at 5:56pm

Just curious, what exactly is involved with the punch and taper method? ]]> Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:56:50 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=94220#94220 Surface Piercings : Originally posted by xXxJenocydexXx Yeah,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=92658#92658 Author: mugged
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/20/2008 at 5:15pm

Originally posted by xXxJenocydexXx

Yeah, that's just scar tissue. I had the same thing when I let my first lobe holes closed up before having them redone. Definitely normal as long as there's no weird drainage or excessive pain.

danke]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2008 17:15:11 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=92658#92658 Surface Piercings : Yeah, that's just scar... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=92650#92650 Author: xXxJenocydexXx
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/20/2008 at 5:03pm

Yeah, that's just scar tissue. I had the same thing when I let my first lobe holes closed up before having them redone. Definitely normal as long as there's no weird drainage or excessive pain.

Edited by xXxJenocydexXx - February/20/2008 at 5:03pm]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2008 17:03:04 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=92650#92650 Surface Piercings : hey...i recently removed my eyebrow... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=92632#92632 Author: mugged
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/20/2008 at 4:32pm

hey...i recently removed my eyebrow piercing and now there seems to be a lump underneath the skin where piercing was...it isnt really visible but you can feel it if you run your finger over my eyebrow...im assuming its scar tissue but i wasnt really sure...part of the reason i removed it was because it kept getting caught on stuff, and when i went to take it out last night both holes were bleeding because earlier it got stuck on something...right now there are two small red bumps where the holes were and the palpable but not visible lump underneath the eyebrow...is this normal?]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2008 16:32:11 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=92632#92632 Surface Piercings : I was thinking about getting a... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=90684#90684 Author: SierraFoxtrot
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/17/2008 at 8:30pm

I was thinking about getting a surface piercing, this has been so helpful! Thankyou.]]> Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:30:58 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=90684#90684 Surface Piercings : PUNCH AND TAPER PEOPLE, PUNCH... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=77078#77078 Author: theartofnecro
Subject: 3050
Posted: January/17/2008 at 8:23pm

PUNCH AND TAPER PEOPLE, PUNCH AND TAPER!
Takes a bit longer to do, with a bit more blood, but it's worth it when your piercing doesnt reject with-in the same month. There have been claims of the healing time improving over 60% too.

I've been playing around with the tecnique for awhile now, and will put it into practise on the next client.

Well said too montana

]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:23:49 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=77078#77078 Surface Piercings : my collarbone surfaces are going... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=74460#74460 Author: devilette_
Subject: 3050
Posted: December/23/2007 at 7:18am

my collarbone surfaces are going pretty well

however, i get a bit uneasy because one side feels significantly closer to the surface then the other bar, and this one is also redder
its so strange how one is virtually painless (they are only 6 weeks old) and the other one is really tender!

im not sure its a way i sleep or something..
]]> Sun, 23 Dec 2007 07:18:00 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=74460#74460 Surface Piercings : I have a PTFE bar as the bar for... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=68283#68283 Author: Malice Mae
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/30/2007 at 11:19am

I have a PTFE bar as the bar for my surface piercing but it have been shaped into a surface piercing bar...Ive had it for about 6 months now and it hasnt moved a bit...anyone in the uk thinking about getting it done go ask for Paddy in Acsess All Areas in Nottingham...I Hardlt felt a thing when I got it done and I've had no trouble with it since...I'm pretty happy!!

Its and Anti-eyebrow BTW

forgot to put that in :)

xMalicex

]]> Tue, 30 Oct 2007 11:19:52 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=68283#68283 Surface Piercings : I would just leave them alone... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=67540#67540 Author: Carrie_p2005
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/23/2007 at 1:42pm

I would just leave them alone at this point. Even if you were to change to surface barbells (the only proper jewelry for surface piercings) the piercing was still done incorrectly and would still likely reject. If you are (very) lucky, they will heal and you won't have any issues in the future. But more than likely you will start to see signs of rejection in the next few months. Take them out at the first sign of rejection to minimize scarring. And if you want to get them done again, go to a different piercer who uses surface barbells, and ideally the punch and taper method to insert them.]]> Tue, 23 Oct 2007 13:42:34 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=67540#67540 Surface Piercings : but they act like they are healing.... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=67529#67529 Author: krowe
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/23/2007 at 12:14pm

but they act like they are healing. Should I just leave them alone or change them out for something else.]]> Tue, 23 Oct 2007 12:14:57 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=67529#67529 Surface Piercings : Curved barbells? That is how you... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=67368#67368 Author: AlecTrosex
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/22/2007 at 9:33am

Curved barbells? That is how you know they will reject, haha. Look for the skin to get tight on the jewelry, scar "trails" leading away from the ends of the jewelry, the skin becoming transparant, and in general, the piercings refusing to heal.]]> Mon, 22 Oct 2007 09:33:12 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=67368#67368 Surface Piercings : Ok so I got a two surface piercings... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=67339#67339 Author: krowe
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/22/2007 at 12:53am

Ok so I got a two surface piercings on my lower stomach about four days ago, and I have had no worries till I started reading about rejections and such...no I worry that they may get pushed out. My piercer used curved barbells. How do I know if they are going to stay or not? (I am new to the whole piercing thing. They were my first major piercing, other than my ears.)

]]> Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:53:19 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=67339#67339 Surface Piercings : Since I bumped m sternum its began... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=65293#65293 Author: teacake
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/08/2007 at 9:23am

Since I bumped m sternum its began to go ookie and stuff.

eurh better not reject now.
]]> Mon, 08 Oct 2007 09:23:31 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=65293#65293 Surface Piercings : For all of you that are wanting... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=65282#65282 Author: Carrie_p2005
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/08/2007 at 2:45am

For all of you that are wanting to do corsets with surface barbells, painfulpleasures.com sells surface barbells with slave ends for $14.99. They range from 1/2" to 1" in length. The only problem is the threads are external, which most piercers do not like to use. But it is a better option than trying to put in CBRs. Even fully healed surface piercings can reject if there is trauma to the area or jewelry is changed to something that causes pressure to the skin.]]> Mon, 08 Oct 2007 02:45:13 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=65282#65282 Surface Piercings : You very well may be able to save... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=64613#64613 Author: AlecTrosex
Subject: 3050
Posted: September/27/2007 at 6:41pm

You very well may be able to save it, but since it is a surface piercing, there are never guarantees that you will be able to keep it for very long.]]> Thu, 27 Sep 2007 18:41:57 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=64613#64613 Surface Piercings : I got my sternum pierced two days... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=64385#64385 Author: polkira
Subject: 3050
Posted: September/24/2007 at 9:28am

I got my sternum pierced two days ago, and the idiot that did it used a PTFE bar, even after I asked if he could use a surface bar. I was just wondering if it would still reject if I go to a different piercer and get them to put a surface bar through, or if I should take it out now, let it heal and then get it redone properly.
]]> Mon, 24 Sep 2007 09:28:15 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=64385#64385 Surface Piercings : Just had a verticle pubic done... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=64032#64032 Author: pollux
Subject: 3050
Posted: September/20/2007 at 5:48am

Just had a verticle pubic done , when I bend over it slides out just a bit worried I will reject what you think Eye-Popping

]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2007 05:48:55 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=64032#64032 Surface Piercings : i want a christina but it's... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=63305#63305 Author: SweetCocoa69
Subject: 3050
Posted: September/11/2007 at 10:48pm

i want a christina but it's rejection rate is to high

]]> Tue, 11 Sep 2007 22:48:46 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=63305#63305 Surface Piercings : Oh sweet Jesus! That looks painful!!... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=62626#62626 Author: Aidskake
Subject: 3050
Posted: September/01/2007 at 7:29pm

Oh sweet Jesus! That looks painful!!]]> Sat, 01 Sep 2007 19:29:56 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=62626#62626 Surface Piercings : My neck was dermal punched and... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=59408#59408 Author: minkeymarie
Subject: 3050
Posted: July/08/2007 at 3:08pm

My neck was dermal punched and tapered. But my sternum was with a needle. The skin on my neck was tighter, that's why they used the p & t method instead. And it's healing a lot easier. As far as pain, it wasn't so much as it was more painful, it just took longer, and bled more. ]]> Sun, 08 Jul 2007 15:08:55 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=59408#59408 Surface Piercings : hmmmm i havent got my clavicles... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=58984#58984 Author: abyssfayth
Subject: 3050
Posted: July/02/2007 at 10:30am

hmmmm i havent got my clavicles yet... kinda was waiting on a reply from montana but i guess ill talk to my piercer soon.... she did my friends and one of hers rejected and the other one looks decent but idk... my girlfriend is kinda down my throat cause she loves the piercing but in the same respect loves my collarbones and doent was a huge scar there.]]> Mon, 02 Jul 2007 10:30:06 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=58984#58984 Surface Piercings : Hmmm... I wonder. :P How long... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=57988#57988 Author: CheeseStix
Subject: 3050
Posted: June/17/2007 at 2:49pm

Hmmm... I wonder. :P How long has it stayed for?]]> Sun, 17 Jun 2007 14:49:00 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=57988#57988 Surface Piercings : Nicely Put Ive had two one by... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=57987#57987 Author: Malice Mae
Subject: 3050
Posted: June/17/2007 at 2:36pm

Nicely Put Ive had two one by someone that didnt know what he was doing and one by someone that did guess which stayed!!!

x x x

]]> Sun, 17 Jun 2007 14:36:37 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=57987#57987 Surface Piercings : My question for the day, as... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=57461#57461 Author: CheeseStix
Subject: 3050
Posted: June/10/2007 at 6:00pm

My question for the day, as I have quite a few surface piercings, but have never done the Punch and Taper method, always used a clamp, needle, and surface bar... Is the P&T method best for ALL surface piercings, or just some, and how do I tell the difference?]]> Sun, 10 Jun 2007 18:00:55 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=57461#57461 Surface Piercings : As someone said before about themself,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=56578#56578 Author: JessicaGrace
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/29/2007 at 7:31pm

As someone said before about themself, I'm wanting to get clavicals. What is the procedure like? What is the proper way for it to be pierced? Is there anything I should know before getting it done? Will it reject eventually?

Thanks!

]]> Tue, 29 May 2007 19:31:07 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=56578#56578 Surface Piercings : I just took out my vertical bridge... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=55809#55809 Author: Cale
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/18/2007 at 2:56am

I just took out my vertical bridge piercing two days ago. I'm sad about it but it was rejecting and I left it in a little longer than I probably should have. Now there are two red bumps on my head but it's going away. It will probably leave a mark.

If a piercing begins to reject, just take it out! I'll never learn. :P

When it's gone, I'm going to get tattoos there. :)

]]> Fri, 18 May 2007 02:56:43 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=55809#55809 Surface Piercings : i've wanted a corset on my... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=55300#55300 Author: red76ying
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/08/2007 at 9:08pm

i've wanted a corset on my back for a while now. i'm planning on getting surface bars, waiting for them to heal, and then putting in cbrs or whatever necessary for the corset itself. should i go in stages? like get 4 surface bars, wait, get another 4... or just get them all done at once?]]> Tue, 08 May 2007 21:08:23 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=55300#55300 Surface Piercings : so i plan on getting clavicles... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=54999#54999 Author: abyssfayth
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/03/2007 at 11:06am

so i plan on getting clavicles done here within the month of june, ive seen it done with a clamp and barbell but from what im reading that's wrong. so the correct way would be dermal punch and tapor correct? (w/ surface bar) i just wanna make sure i dont do it wrong or didnt read any of your opinions wrong. also what is the procedure like?]]> Thu, 03 May 2007 11:06:02 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=54999#54999 Surface Piercings : thank you! http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=54844#54844 Author: e-star
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/30/2007 at 2:52pm

thank you!]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2007 14:52:26 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=54844#54844 Surface Piercings : a vertical labret doesn't... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=54840#54840 Author: MontanaPiercer
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/30/2007 at 1:21pm

a vertical labret doesn't qualifiy as a surface piercing, because you can obtain perpendicular exits with a curved bar due to the rounded anatomy of the lip]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2007 13:21:16 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=54840#54840 Surface Piercings : just a quick question..is there... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=54783#54783 Author: e-star
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/29/2007 at 6:46pm

just a quick question..is there a chance of a vertical lip growing out as I suppose technically it is a surface piercing? twould be a bummer.]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2007 18:46:02 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=54783#54783 Surface Piercings : Bah ! Surface piercings... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=53116#53116 Author: MistahG
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/09/2007 at 11:18am

Bah ! Surface piercings are SO 2005.

Viva Surface Anchors.

Edited by MistahG - April/09/2007 at 11:23am]]> Mon, 09 Apr 2007 11:18:31 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=53116#53116 Surface Piercings : Couldn't have said it better... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=53114#53114 Author: funanddeath
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/09/2007 at 9:51am

Couldn't have said it better myself!! I am a big fan of surface piercings, so far I only have two, my sternum and my nape. They both healed wonderfully in the first month and a half. The only problem I had was with the nape, which stupid me, got some shampoo into. After that cleared up it was smooth sailing from there. My piercer is great, his name is Paul from Needle Wurks, I would not trust my body with anyone else when it comes to piercings. He uses the punch and taper method for his surface piercings, and the SURFACE BAR. Its a great method, does not hurt a bit. He tells me if he thinks there is a great chance of rejection, and so far he has been right. But I do see these people with banana bars in their surface piercings... and I think it is so sad, because if they are anything like me they are so in love with their piercings, and I know if one of mine was to reject I would be devastated. The only thing I really have to say is, do your research before you get a piercing. Bmod is a great place to do it too, ask people about how theirs have healed and what not, most people are willing to talk :)]]> Mon, 09 Apr 2007 09:51:59 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=53114#53114 Surface Piercings : well this just shows how stupit... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=52328#52328 Author: ronc
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/01/2007 at 6:25am

well this just shows how stupit i can be sometimes. if i would have read this first i could have saved some money and pain. the rib cage project i tryed didnt last 3 weeks befoire it became very obvious that it was not going to heal so i pulled it. now i have to do it all over again. bummer but this time im going to do it right. live and learn.]]> Sun, 01 Apr 2007 06:25:04 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=52328#52328 Surface Piercings : Did you read this thread before... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=52326#52326 Author: AlecTrosex
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/01/2007 at 5:31am

Did you read this thread before posting? Go back to the original post, click the links, and you will learn all about surface piercings. ]]> Sun, 01 Apr 2007 05:31:37 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=52326#52326 Surface Piercings : Could someone explain what qualifies... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=52317#52317 Author: frozt
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/31/2007 at 11:46pm

Could someone explain what qualifies as a surface bar? Do barbells, curved barbells, circular barbells, etc qualify as these? Also, is the emphasis in this thread on only using surface bars just during the healing period or even after the piercing has healed completely? Some of the articles I've read recently make it seem that the majority of surface piercings(I'm hoping to get my eyebrow done) end up being rejected. What percentage of surface piercing would you say end up rejecting?
]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2007 23:46:33 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=52317#52317 Surface Piercings : hmmm... im definitely not an expert... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=51333#51333 Author: mixxiegurl
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/19/2007 at 11:59pm

hmmm... im definitely not an expert or anything but the last surface piercing i got has been absolutely perfect healing wise. no rejection or discoloration around hole sight and ive had it for over a year now.. im wondering if it was my piercer's technique.... he rotated the skin as he pierced it [which FUCKING hurt].. also he used the bar with the 90 degree angles, but that have extremely short stems... he also pierced my ex's nap four times bout a year ago and his has healed excellent too. he took damn near a hour per piercing just to make sure that the angle coincided with the creases in his neck and so forth. two were horizontal and two were diagonal. anyways just a thought..... :) ]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2007 23:59:27 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=51333#51333 Surface Piercings : anti-eyebrows or horizontal eyebrows.... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=45923#45923 Author: insignificunt
Subject: 3050
Posted: December/23/2006 at 8:36pm

anti-eyebrows or horizontal eyebrows.

]]> Sat, 23 Dec 2006 20:36:00 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=45923#45923 Surface Piercings : hi, im new here i have my bridge... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=45167#45167 Author: prettysXe
Subject: 3050
Posted: November/29/2006 at 10:28pm

hi, im new here

i have my bridge pierced, but now

i want to know the risk of getting the sides of my eyes pierced

so it will line up with my bridge, on both sides
i have no idea what its called... and my piercer doesnt either
since he doesnt know wtf it is called... i dont think i should trust him in doing it...

]]> Wed, 29 Nov 2006 22:28:27 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=45167#45167 Surface Piercings : depends completely on the person's... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43863#43863 Author: MontanaPiercer
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/19/2006 at 2:03pm

depends completely on the person's anatomy, some girls can get away with curved bars, some need surface bars, and some need a custom piece somewhere in between the two, a competent piercer will be able to explain your particular situation with a consultation]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2006 14:03:04 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43863#43863 Surface Piercings : What about christinas? I've... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43839#43839 Author: Shadowbunny
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/18/2006 at 10:26pm

What about christinas? I've heard they are surfaces, then some people say they aren't. I've met girls who completely healed with them in within a few months and have had them for years, whereas most surfaces don't last that long. I'd like to get one done but i've seen some scary pictures of rejections, not to mention I got real shitty luck with piercers.....

Edited by Shadowbunny - October/18/2006 at 10:27pm]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2006 22:26:11 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43839#43839 Surface Piercings : it is usually too much tissue... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43803#43803 Author: MontanaPiercer
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/18/2006 at 12:31am

it is usually too much tissue to clamp without crushing damage making the piercing a much more unpleasant experience.....]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2006 00:31:37 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43803#43803 Surface Piercings : i've had 11 surface bars... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43779#43779 Author: -Guy-
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/17/2006 at 9:15am

i've had 11 surface bars put in me so far my napes have al held up very weel nearly one year old my arm corset was removed after i no longer wanted it all was done with high quality surgical steel surface bars just a curious question although i trust my piercer i have seen many surface piercings being done without clamps is this normal or is there benifits to each piercing insertion?]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2006 09:15:56 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43779#43779 Surface Piercings : ive been trying to learn as much... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43503#43503 Author: TriXxPierce
Subject: 3050
Posted: October/07/2006 at 4:32pm

ive been trying to learn as much as i could about surface piercings. Ijust want to say thank you for helping me find alot of usefull info onthis subject. Thaknks again!!]]> Sat, 07 Oct 2006 16:32:06 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=43503#43503 Surface Piercings : those seem to be very common feelings... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=42069#42069 Author: cherry_slices
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/17/2006 at 2:06pm

those seem to be very common feelings when one gets a new piercing...it doesnt sound too alarming to me

but thats just my non-expert but slightly educated opinion.

]]> Thu, 17 Aug 2006 14:06:44 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=42069#42069 Surface Piercings : well i just gotmy surface done... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=42051#42051 Author: mzlaz
Subject: 3050
Posted: August/16/2006 at 3:58pm

well i just got my surface done on my cleavge furst two days are awsome, i do a surface bar in it also

this is day one theres a bit of blood on it

now i clean it with sea salt and distilled water andim worried i might be using to much salt and today i woke up and it was really sore and tight feeling I tend to roll over on my tummy and i have a feeling that might be why,what do you think

also when i clean it my skin feels tight from the salt,should i cut down on the salt a bit,i might be able to go see my peircer today but im in edmonton and im goin to van for a couple days i dont get peirced there so i have no desire to go see ne one there,just thought id get some feed back b4 i trek down there agian!

]]> Wed, 16 Aug 2006 15:58:25 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=42051#42051 Surface Piercings : it lasted for about two weeks,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40820#40820 Author: sweetiehoneybab
Subject: 3050
Posted: July/12/2006 at 3:37am

it lasted for about two weeks, in the end people close to me convinced me to take it out, cos it was starting to look really sore and i kept catching it on everything and i knew there was no way it was gonna heal.]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2006 03:37:52 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40820#40820 Surface Piercings : Punch + taper people! it's... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40773#40773 Author: insignificunt
Subject: 3050
Posted: July/11/2006 at 11:07am

Punch + taper people! it's the future of surface work! I haven't had any p+t done yet, but i've had close to a dozen surface piercings, all done with high quality surface bars and the only ones that stayed are the ones on my face. My vert. bridge is my baby. Christina died because she was being chaffed (yes, i talk about my piercings in 3rd person! ) It's been almost a year since i've had my vert bridge. It's not red. It's not crusty. It hasnt' been swollen since it was 4 days old.

I really do like the LITFA aftercare for surface piercings (... Leave It The Fuck Alone!). works well for me! I find tedious and compulsive cleaning can leave it irritated.

]]> Tue, 11 Jul 2006 11:07:15 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40773#40773 Surface Piercings : sweetie, i love my little scars... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40336#40336 Author: back2cali1104
Subject: 3050
Posted: July/02/2006 at 10:53am

sweetie, i love my little scars mine has left!!!! i hope they hang around a long time......... how long did your surface piercing last?]]> Sun, 02 Jul 2006 10:53:54 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40336#40336 Surface Piercings : well i took it out in the end... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40332#40332 Author: sweetiehoneybab
Subject: 3050
Posted: July/02/2006 at 6:47am

well i took it out in the end and i have two little scars where it was. :)

Edited by sweetiehoneybab - July/02/2006 at 6:51am]]> Sun, 02 Jul 2006 06:47:37 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40332#40332 Surface Piercings : i went into my surface piercing... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40316#40316 Author: back2cali1104
Subject: 3050
Posted: July/01/2006 at 7:20pm

i went into my surface piercing knowing it would be short term, i wanted the experience of getting a surface piercing. i knew going into it if i got it to last two weeks i was accomplishing something, it didnt last that long, oh well. i know the trama me bumping into it, and my bf bumping into it, as well as sleeping on my gut, well, i knew b4 hand it wouldnt last. so, have i learned anything from the experience? ummmmm, i learned i can endure tha pain of surface piercings, to take lots of pics, and to enjoy it while its there, nothing is guaranteed in life, and that especially holds true to surface piercings

]]> Sat, 01 Jul 2006 19:20:26 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40316#40316 Surface Piercings : When are people gonna learn? It... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40313#40313 Author: sataninacaddy
Subject: 3050
Posted: July/01/2006 at 7:02pm

When are people gonna learn? It gets old after a while doesn't it?

]]> Sat, 01 Jul 2006 19:02:49 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=40313#40313 Surface Piercings : just had to ask sweetie, what... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=39335#39335 Author: back2cali1104
Subject: 3050
Posted: June/10/2006 at 11:34am

just had to ask sweetie, what ever happened with your surface piercing on your arm? i just got one an inch below my navel, had it three days (pic in the surface/navel section of piercings), and its healing fine. but i have just come to terms that this is a temp piercing, and its now a marathon race to see how long before my body does away with it. it is fun to have for the short term, but i know it wont last]]> Sat, 10 Jun 2006 11:34:09 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=39335#39335 Surface Piercings : there isn't alot of preasure... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38569#38569 Author: sweetiehoneybab
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/26/2006 at 1:40pm

there isn't alot of preasure on it now, alot of the swelling seems to have gone down and its not at all painful now. there is still quite a bit of weeping but i think it is getting better.

thankies 'tana. x]]> Fri, 26 May 2006 13:40:54 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38569#38569 Surface Piercings : that can be done, but it has to... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38532#38532 Author: MontanaPiercer
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/25/2006 at 8:06pm

that can be done, but it has to be heated to almost the point of melting, I use a cautery pen for this, then allowed to cool, otherwise it won't hold it's shape. The one in your arm has obviously straightened out, or he didn't make the risers long enough.......
just bending them by hand doesn't work.....either way, I don't think that is going to work for you....
keep an eye on it.......tight pressure like that will retain fluid and wound discharge
]]> Thu, 25 May 2006 20:06:09 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38532#38532 Surface Piercings : i know and thats what i though... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38487#38487 Author: sweetiehoneybab
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/25/2006 at 11:08am

i know and thats what i though but the guy who is training my friend made it and said it was just as good as a surface bar and he prefared using bent ptfe. it is actually bent up at the ends like a surface bar.]]> Thu, 25 May 2006 11:08:41 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38487#38487 Surface Piercings : you are killing me!!!how many... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38382#38382 Author: MontanaPiercer
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/23/2006 at 6:47pm

you are killing me!!!
how many times have I mentioned now that PTFE is not considered appropriate for surface piercings?
Surface bars
If it isn't one, it is NOT right
]]> Tue, 23 May 2006 18:47:30 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38382#38382 Surface Piercings : i got this done on friday,its... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38366#38366 Author: sweetiehoneybab
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/23/2006 at 12:36pm

i got this done on friday, its really swolen and red (as you can see) and its really painfull, basically from what i can tell its the left entry hole (the one on the bottom) that is causing all the problems, the other one seems to be fine and its much less tender around that one. also the left hole is weeping alot.

my body is usually really good when it comes to heeling and i've been doing all the usual, basically i wanna know is it only gonna get worse and should i give up and take it out now. i'm gonna go see my usual piercer on friday and have him put a surface bar in because i think its probably a better idea and it might have a better chance, i also think ptfe that is in at the moment is a little too short and hasn't accomodated for swelling.

]]> Tue, 23 May 2006 12:36:17 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=38366#38366 Surface Piercings : i said it before and ill say it... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=37763#37763 Author: CRUCIFUCK
Subject: 3050
Posted: May/13/2006 at 1:00am

i said it before and ill say it again.. when your doing a surfacepiercing on the part of the body where there is a lot of fatty tissueie.. the upper arm, nape of the neck, etc.. the pumch and taper methodis best becouse of the need to to have a entry and exit site on adownward 90 degree angle to facilatate proper placement for jewelry iskey.. if this method is not implied the jewelry will sit too high offof the skin making healing time longer due to the increased risk ofirratation from movement.. say no more..

cheers..john
]]> Sat, 13 May 2006 01:00:22 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=37763#37763 Surface Piercings : Can anyone help me out with info... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=37007#37007 Author: BubbleGunKis5
Subject: 3050
Posted: April/24/2006 at 10:21pm

Can anyone help me out with info on the sternum piercing? I really want it but I want some facts and Id love to know how its done.

Edited by BubbleGunKis5]]> Mon, 24 Apr 2006 22:21:16 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=37007#37007 Surface Piercings : Yeah...the dental floss one is... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=35043#35043 Author: xXxJenocydexXx
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/09/2006 at 12:05am

Yeah...the dental floss one is REALLY asking for trouble. Nothing quite like extreme bleeding trauma to make your body happy!]]> Thu, 09 Mar 2006 00:05:03 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=35043#35043 Surface Piercings : fishing line over time is a fine... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=35039#35039 Author: psychokinetic
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/08/2006 at 11:51pm

fishing line over time is a fine method, when doing it yourself.i may even utilise that method.. but the dental floss in one go is stupid.]]> Wed, 08 Mar 2006 23:51:14 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=35039#35039 Surface Piercings : Originally posted by sataninacaddyOk,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=35014#35014 Author: hatredslave
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/08/2006 at 8:18pm

Originally posted by sataninacaddy

Ok, In minnesota you don't have to have a license to tattoo or pierce, and there is a studio in East Grand Forks MN that is just fucking rediculous! I have seen and heard so many horror stories about there peircings and tattoo's, it is just pathetic! I went there myself just to see what they'd say about tongue splitting, he said he'd peirce it normal, feed some dental floss through and pull really fucking hard, than just put some gauz on it, what a joke!!!! People who don't know what they are doing shouldn't be DOING IT!!!!! I mean c'mon people, wtf are you thinking???!!!???

same thing happend to me at essential beauty they told me to use fishing line over 3mths and slowley split it myself well i don't know how much longer they will be around when i can't get into see my piercer i did go there out of 3 piercings they messed up 2 and then told me that when i went to report thrm i got told not to because they had sued people for reporting them b4 sorry i had to comment just reminded me of them

also thanks for the post it has made me think a bit more before i get mine cheers

]]> Wed, 08 Mar 2006 20:18:04 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=35014#35014 Surface Piercings : Ok, In minnesota you don't... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=34901#34901 Author: sataninacaddy
Subject: 3050
Posted: March/07/2006 at 8:01am

Ok, In minnesota you don't have to have a license to tattoo or pierce, and there is a studio in East Grand Forks MN that is just fucking rediculous! I have seen and heard so many horror stories about there peircings and tattoo's, it is just pathetic! I went there myself just to see what they'd say about tongue splitting, he said he'd peirce it normal, feed some dental floss through and pull really fucking hard, than just put some gauz on it, what a joke!!!! People who don't know what they are doing shouldn't be DOING IT!!!!! I mean c'mon people, wtf are you thinking???!!!???]]> Tue, 07 Mar 2006 08:01:17 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=34901#34901 Surface Piercings : mine was done with a curved barbell,... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=34578#34578 Author: Arawyn
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/28/2006 at 7:47pm

mine was done with a curved barbell, smiliar (almost identical looking actually) to the "Good surface" piercing demonstration on the last bme link. Dudes got a portfoilio of healed surfaces, so i hope mines ok ]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2006 19:47:52 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=34578#34578 Surface Piercings : Look at the photos 4 posts up....... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=34209#34209 Author: MontanaPiercer
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/21/2006 at 11:08pm

Look at the photos 4 posts up.... there is your answer]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2006 23:08:35 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=34209#34209 Surface Piercings : i know for a fact the piercings... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=34207#34207 Author: locky
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/21/2006 at 9:53pm

i know for a fact the piercings places where i live both use ptfe for their surface piercings but one place does change it afterwards to a bar.... will this still cause rejection???]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2006 21:53:59 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=34207#34207 Surface Piercings : Hmm, i did not know that http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=33731#33731 Author: Haywood
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/13/2006 at 8:59pm

Hmm, i did not know that]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2006 20:59:35 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=33731#33731 Surface Piercings : oh tay well he still insist that... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=33459#33459 Author: AnamiAzureal
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/08/2006 at 11:09am

oh tay well he still insist that they are better because he doesn't like to listen to pros, he feels that he is right and never WILL be wrong, but I don't care...I'll let him get it and it'll get fucked up and then he'll be lke "WoW....I wish i had listened to that Montana dood" so Idk but thanks for the info anyways, I'll take your advice for when I hopefully get my napes! ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2006 11:09:28 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=33459#33459 Surface Piercings : Unless the PTFE is bent with... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=33378#33378 Author: MontanaPiercer
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/06/2006 at 7:02pm

Unless the PTFE is bent with 90 degree risors into a surface bar shape (this is a tricky practice to get them to stay bent, and requires heating them at the bend to the point of nearly melting and then letting them cool in that shape), then they are as useless as curved barbells. Any piercer who knows their shit gave up on PTFE for surface piercings years ago.... so more than likely she is just full of shit.....

if the jewelry doesn't look like the ones pictured above, its wrong. Here is a series of photos from BME of nape piercings using the type of bars that piercer is talking about.....as you can clearly see, they don't work

Edited by MontanaPiercer]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2006 19:02:37 UT http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=33378#33378 Surface Piercings : okay well I was looking at those... http://www.bodymod.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3050&PID=33372#33372 Author: AnamiAzureal
Subject: 3050
Posted: February/06/2006 at 3:17pm

okay well I was looking at those links with my brother and we started talking baout his corset piercing that he's wanted for god only knows how long and the bars he was