Common Questions about Ear and Nostril, Septum & Eyebrow Piercings.

Ear & Facial Piercings Frequently Asked Question

Ear piercing - I have yet to see one single clinical or otherwise case of ear piercing causing or possibly causing paralysis. There is a possibility of causing tissue damage if the piercing is done incorrectly or the piercing becomes infected.

Eyebrow piercing - Well, this one depends on who you talk to. I have to guess that since I have yet to see one single clinical or otherwise case of eyebrow piercing causing or possibly causing paralysis that either the thousands of piercers out there doing them are damn lucky or there isn't much to this. 

Now, if someone contracts an infection and leaves it untreated, there is a risk that the disease will spread to the nervous system, potentially leading to paralysis. Understand that you would have to leave the infection untreated to the point where it spreads. 

The most common concern is that it will somehow signify one's sexual orientation. Like the mullet, this is an idea from the 80s that has gone out of style. Chance are someone came up with it because they were tired of having their sexual orientation being questioned. There are some sexual subcultures in which the piercing is one signal of your role in the subculture, but unless you are an active member of the subculture, I doubt it ever comes up.

That said, everyone has a right side, and I suggest that you consider the following three questions:

  • 1. Do you picture the piercing more on one side or the other, or does it seem more comfortable to you on one side?
  • 2. Which side of your body do you sleep on or with your ears? Answer the phone with? Limiting the contact and abuse your fresh piercing receives, the faster it will heal, and the less risk of problems with the healing process.
  • 3. Which profile do you like best? A piercing is going to draw attention to that side. So if you like your left profile, piercing that side will draw attention to that side of your face

Everyone is different and has a unique idea of beauty, and if you follow your instincts, you will often be more comfortable with the placement.

Yes and no. Since piercings on the ears and face are more prone to contact with clothing, bedding, hair, and the world around us, this can make piercings that are more prone to contact at risk for irritation bumps. This is why it is essential to isolate healing piercing.

When it is healed, sleeping on healing piercings will cause prolonged healing and increase the risk of infection and other issues. 

With ear piercings, we suggest sleeping with them inside a U-shaped Neck / Travel Pillow. You can keep the pillow clean by putting a clean sock over the pillow each night.

With facial piercings like nostrils and Eyebrows, sleep on the other side or move the pillow so that the piercing is elevated. You can reduce rolling over by snuggling up to a pillow or body pillow.