Ear piercing make use of a mechanised gun that has sterilised studs.
The piercing is done by professionals, with the use of proper gloves and hygienic, sterile tools.
It is done after applying topical anaesthetic cream on the earlobe for 20 mins. This helps in numbing the area and lessening the pain down to a simple prick.
Ear piercing studs available are of popular 14-carat gold. These contain no alloys that could cause allergies and, hence, are the safest choice for the baby’s first earrings.
The best age for ear piercing could be an individual’s choice. Generally, piercing your child’s ears when she is an infant is not advised. This is due to the simple reason that a tiny infant lacks the immune strength necessary to fight an infection, should it occur so. Hence, carrying out the piercing after the baby is at least 6 months old or older is recommended.
Post-Piercing Care You Should Follow:
- After the piercing, the area is quite sensitive and exposed. Therefore, extra care and hygiene need to be maintained while attending to it. Ensure that your child keeps her hands clean and dry before touching the ear in any case. If your baby is young, keep her hands clean at all times since it might be difficult to stop her from touching her ears. Use a prescribed topical antibiotic cream as advised.
- Even though the area is sensitive, it needs to be cleaned regularly. Make use of a saltwater solution and sponge the area lightly two times a day, once your child has taken her bath.
- It is best not to play around with the piercing until the wound has properly healed. Do not remove any dry skin that forms over the wound.
- If your child has long hair, always keep it tied in ponytails to prevent the hair from entangling with the earring. Keep products like hair spray, hair gel, and perfumes away from the ears.
- If your child has any medical problems like allergies, a weak immune system, skin conditions, etc. talk to your doctor before getting her ears pierced.
- Until the piercing wound has properly healed, it is advised that your kids do not engage in extreme physical activities or play games where there is a lot of physical contact between kids. Avoid swimming as well since the germs from the pool could end up infecting the wound.
