septum piercings?

Question

i've been thinking about getting a septum nose piercing. i just want to know if it hurts that bad when you get it done..and how do they do it?

Answer 1

A septum pierceing is less common than nostril piercings. The nasal septum is the cartilaginous dividing wall between the nostrils. Generally, the cartilage itself is not pierced, but rather the small gap between the cartilage and the bottom of the nose, typically at a gauge no smaller than 14ga (1.6mm). The nose has many nerves running through it and as a result, nose piercings can be painful, although it varies by individual. This piercing heals within a month and a half to three months also depending on the individual.

There are many types of jewelry generally worn in a septum piercing. Captive bead rings (CBRs) are rings that close with a bead in the centre. Circular Barbells (as shown in the picture) have two beads which screw on. Additionally, one can wear a "tusk" which is a straight or shaped piece of material which is generally tapered on either end. Pinchers are another popular piece of jewelry worn in this piercing.

Another option is a septum retainer, which is staple shaped. This type of nose piercing is particularly easy to hide when desired, for example to comply with a dress code. A septum retainer makes it possible to turn the jewelry up into the nose, thus concealing it.

Answer 2

If pierced correctly by a skilled piercer, its actually not that painful at all. If you pinch your septum you can feel a softer area of tissue toward the end and the piercing should go through there.

The piercing is done with a standard piercing needle, typically done at 14g. Some piercers use a special clamp called a septum clamp to help get a straight piercing, but not all piercers will do this. They'll just wipe the inside area of your nose to clean it, feel around for the softer spot to pierce, put on the clamps (if that's how they work) you'll take a deep breath in and on the exhale the pierce. That of course is a very simplified explanation of it, but you get the idea.

Just go to a reputable piercer and take care of it, you'll be fine.

Answer 3

It sure hurts, it is done as any other piercing, it is the location and numerous nerve endings that make it really painful ...

Answer 4

Definately hurts... lots of nerves around there... Expect your eyes to water.

Answer 5

what ever you think will look good on you. i've never had one........