Can I use my own earrings?
Clinical Ear Piercing does not allow clients to bring in their own jewelry for fresh piercings. This policy exists to maintain the safety of our clients since piercing jewelry has very specific requirements in material, gauge, post length and backings. Additionally, jewelry that has been previously worn can never be used even if it has been professionally cleaned. Any scratches or nicks can harbor harmful bacteria during the healing process.
After the 6-week period, what kind of earrings should I wear?
For the first year after your piercing we recommend 14k/18k gold, platinum or implant grade titanium. We carry a full line of earrings that have been specifically chosen for the new earring wearer in diamonds, moissanite and cubic zirconia. During the first year after your piercing avoid gold plate, gold vermeil, gold filled, sterling silver, 10k gold, brass and all costume jewelry as they may contain nickel as the "filler" metal. The risk of developing a nickel allergy is
Why shouldn't I rotate the piercing studs?
Your newly pierced ears will heal faster and will be less prone to infection if they are not touched. Rotating will cause irritation or...
What if I lose an earring within the first few months after my piercing?
Although it doesn't happen very often, occasionally an earring may fall out and go unnoticed long enough for the piercing to close. I...
How do you make sure the holes are perfectly centered?
Everyone's earlobes are slightly asymmetric, that is, they don't perfectly “match” so the ears are marked with a special skin marker in...
Do you have gold studs?
For adults and children we offer the choice 14k/18k gold & medical-grade titanium Please note: We only pierce with our own earrings and therefore do not allow clients to bring their own. Piercing studs have certain specifications that must be met (sterility,material, post length and width) so for safety reasons, we can only pierce with our own. #Earrings