Nasty truth: Body Mods/Piercings edition💔
💎My Dermal rejected after 6yrs🙅🏽♀️🥲
🚨TW🚨 Talks & photos of bod mods/piercings & wounds.
⁉️What even happened⁉️:
After 6 good years my dermal randomly rejected last week. It’s not bad considering the fact that during the first few weeks to first few months it’s more common for this type of body modification/piercing to reject. After 6 yrs I can’t complain since it did get snagged & bumped more times than I can count. I had it removed by the same professional who did it as soon as I saw it rejecting.
🩹🤕Care: The Do’s✅ & Don’ts❌
Do✅: -Always talk to the pro’s (piercers w/ credentials)
ask about every & anything nothing is too
small or big of a deal. They’ll teach you how
to care for your body mods/piercings🩹
-Use proper aftercare as directed by a pro
what works for you might not work for
everyone else there’s many right ways to
cleanse your mod/piercing. For ex: I was taught
to use wound wash (a sterile saline solution)
-Protect from infection by covering it if you
work in an environment where it could
potentially get infected.
Don’ts❌: - Don’t take everything you see on the internet
and run w/ it. Ironic?💀 Yes… but
only take care advice from the pro’s
as someone who has multiple piercings
& mods has had them for YEARS (8+) you will
hear lots of things which is why I stress
this so much. Go 2 a pro near you🤞🏽
- Don’t poke & prod at your fresh piercings
or mods it will set back the healing process.
Over cleansing can also affect healing process.
👍Pros: Cool, fashionable, not a permanent commitment.
🤔Cons: Can get infected, can reject, can leave scars, pain level high for the average person.
Takeaway🫶🏽: This body mod is beautiful and looks great. If properly cared for, you can enjoy for years. However, it isn’t for the impatient, queasy, or low pain tolerance person. I have a high pain tolerance so to me the process has been smooth sailing. The nasty truth is that it’s an open wound w/ jewelry on it and it takes months & even years for it to heal. Do as you wish with your canvas (body) but also do your research you will thank yourself later for doing so💖 #piercings #bodymods #unfiltered #triggerwarning #dermal
Okay, so diving deeper into my dermal piercing journey, especially after that surprise rejection, I really want to share more specifics that I wish I knew upfront. When those search queries like 'how to tell my dermal is rejecting' pop up, it hits home because I've been there, staring in the mirror, wondering what's happening. Beyond just general irritation, there are some pretty clear signs that your dermal might be on its way out. For me, it started with a persistent redness around the base, almost like a constant, localized inflammation. It wasn't just a fresh piercing's normal healing redness. Then came the 'migration' – that's when the piercing actually starts to shift position, moving closer to the surface of your skin. This is a huge red flag! You might feel the dermal anchor, which is supposed to sit securely under the skin, getting more prominent. In some cases, like what the images showed, you can literally see the metal anchor becoming partially exposed. It felt like the skin was thinning over it, making the jewelry seem less embedded. There might also be a discharge that's not just lymph fluid – something thicker, discolored, or foul-smelling, indicating a possible infection on top of the rejection. Itchy skin around the piercing site can also be a sign, which is tricky because healing piercings can also be itchy, but if it's accompanied by other signs, pay attention. When you notice these signs, the absolute first thing to do is contact your piercer. Seriously, don't wait. I know some of you might be thinking, 'how to save rejecting dermal?' and trust me, I hoped for that too. But often, once the rejection process starts, it's hard to stop. Your body is essentially pushing out a foreign object. While some minor irritation can be managed with proper cleaning and reducing snagging, true rejection usually requires removal to prevent significant scarring. My piercer explained that trying to force it to stay can just lead to more tissue damage and a more noticeable 'red, healing mark' after it's finally out. To avoid getting to that point, I’ve learned a lot about prevention. Choosing a good placement is crucial. My dermal was on my cheek, and it got bumped more times than I could count, which definitely contributed. Areas with less movement or friction tend to do better. Also, always, always invest in high-quality jewelry. Medical-grade titanium is usually the go-to. And while we're talking about preventing issues, remember that even fully healed piercings, like any body modification, still need respect. They’re not indestructible! After my dermal was removed, I went through a healing process, and yes, there's a mark where it used to be – a 'red, healing mark' as the OCR mentioned. It's faded over time, but it's a reminder. Interestingly, the journey didn't scare me away from body mods. After my right side healed up, I actually decided to get a new dermal piercing on my left cheek! It's a testament to how much I love the aesthetic, but this time, I’m even more vigilant about care and protection. It's a commitment, and understanding that piercings are indeed a form of body modification helps you appreciate the journey and responsibility that comes with them. So, do your research, love your mods, and always, always consult a professional for any concerns.