Ear Piercing Q&A - More about Ear piercings

Every Piercing Pagoda associate is trained in every aspect of ear piercing.That's not the only thing.More than 20 million pairs of ears have been pierced.One of the most important ways to find yourself, your tribe, and your happiness is through piercings and jewelry.

Ear and body piercings come with a lot of questions.You want to feel confident about piercing, because it's a very personal decsion.These are some of the questions and concerns we get from our customers.

Customers who purchase piercing earrings at the store will receive a free ear piercing.The cost comes down to your choice of earring.Our selection is from $24.99 to $249.99.

Cartilage piercing is available in select stores for an additional charge of $2.00.

Our system is safe.The earrings are stored in capsule.The peircing earrings sold by Piercing Pagoda have nickel content that is less than 0.5%, which reduces the risk of allergic reaction.

Some people think that earrings can be easily removed and re–inserted.You should only get new earrings after the healing period, which is 4–6 weeks for an earlobe piercing.For the first six months after the piercing, earrings must be worn continuously.

Pagoda recommends that babies have a curent DPT shot.The vaccine is usually given at eight weeks of age by a doctor.

After an earlobe piercing, earrings should be left in for at least 6 weeks.

Poor aftercare leads to many of the problems that arise from ear piercing.Follow these easy instructions to ensure proper healing.

Continuation of proper aftercare procedures will clear up any irritation in the earlobe.It is not normal for pain, redness, or swelling to persist for more than a day after earlobe piercing.In such cases, you should see a doctor.