What is a Microdermal piercing?
Microdermal piercing is a single point piercing that lies on any flat surface of the body, but they are not surface piercings. The anchor gets embedded under the skin which holds the jewelry in place. The micro dermal piercing is different from others as there are a separate entry and exit points for the ornament but in this case, there is no exit point.
There is one puncture in the skin which gets the anchor under it. The jewelry sits on the surface with its end embedded underneath. It looks like beads embellishing on the skin. Microdermals are suitable for areas which are not easy as regular piercings. The piercing is are common for cheekbones, fingers, neck, thighs, lower back (back dermal), abdomen, and chest.
Micro Dermal Piercing Neck
The Procedure
For the micro dermal either needles or piercing guns are used. Here are the steps that follow.
Micro Dermal Piercing
Risks & other complications
- Jewelry displacement
- Anchor dislodging
- Rejection and piercing Migration
- Tissue damage
- Hypergranulation
- Infection
- Scarring
Pain experienced
Microdermals are no exceptions in this case. It will hurt a bit to get them on your skin. However, the pain depends on certain factors that are as follows:
- Fleshier the skin more is the pain as there are more muscles which will get the perforation and it is likely to ache more.
- Individual pain tolerance.
- Piercer’s experience in performing his task.
- The type of procedure.
Healing Time
Healing time is usually one to three months which varies on certain other factors like aftercare, cleaning, avoiding injuries and infections. In case the infectivity arises, it may take longer for the recovery.
Aftercare: Do’s & Don’ts
Do’s
- Cover the area with a bandage for a few days.
- Use clean towels and handkerchiefs to wipe the area dry.
- Touch the punctured area only with clean hands.
- Clean the perforation with the sea salt solution using a cotton swab.
- Gently clean the crust formation on the jewelry.
Don’ts
- Going swimming, for a few days.
- Play with or remove the jewelry.
- Wear tight clothes around the piercings.
- Use any cosmetic or chemical in or around the region.
- Play sports or any outdoor games to prevent injuries.
Infection: Symptoms and Cure
Symptoms
- Severe pain and swelling
- High temperature of the region.
- Pus discharge
- Foul smell
- Redness and rashes
Cure
- Do not remove the jewelry as it will clog the pores.
- Clean the area free of pus and other discharge.
- Use cotton piece soaked in the warm saline solution and dab it over the infection.
- Consult a doctor and follow his advice.
Micro dermal Jewelry
Dermal Anchors
There are two types of dermal anchors, one is flat base, and the other is round base dermal anchor. Footed anchor is more secure as it is less likely to pop out of the skin.
Dermal Tops
Micro dermal tops can be screwed and unscrewed from the anchors. It is advisable to take help of the piercer while doing so. To reduce the pain of visiting the parlor every time, use magnetic tops.
Divers
It has a point-end base which holds jewelry at the top.
Barbell
Micro barbells are useful as they have different entry and exit points.
Material of Jewelry
Titanium
Titanium is least reactive with skin, so it is an excellent choice for those having sensitive skin.
Micro Dermal Surface Piercings
Microdermal Piercing Finger
Surgical Steel
It is a good option for jewelry but can irritate in some cases.
Gold
As the anchor rests under the skin, it is necessary to get a 24-carat gold piece. Gold plated jewelry can irritate.
Niobium
Niobium is also a hypoallergic and noncorrosive metal ideal for jewelry.
Cost: Micro Dermal Piercing
Dermal piercings typically cost anywhere between $70 to $100. Some shops may charge for jewelry separately that can add some extra bucks to the expenses.
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