Piercing using the Smile technique is a piercing of the frenulum under the upper lip. The name comes from the English word “Smile” - smile. The presence of jewelry in the mouth is visible only when a person smiles. The piercing technique appeared more than 1000 years ago. It was used by women in African countries, but it was not widely used. Only at the beginning of 2000. Piercings began to be done in Europe by young people who belong to different musical subcultures. Only 3-4 years later, the fashion for mouth jewelry began to spread throughout the world.
Features of the puncture site, pros and cons
Piercing under the upper lip is invisible to others. When the mouth is closed, the frenulum is not visible. Therefore, the “Smile” piercing technique is suitable for people who follow a dress code at work, where wearing provocative jewelry is prohibited.
Other benefits of piercing:
- ease of replacing earrings;
- rapid restoration of the mucous membrane after a puncture;
- You can remove the jewelry, after which the hole will heal without a trace in 2-3 weeks.
Small earrings are usually inserted into the hole, which, when worn, do not interfere with conversation, eating, or oral hygiene. Jewelry for piercing under the upper lip is chosen in the shape of a horseshoe, half ring, or micro banana.
Cons of piercing:
- there is a possibility of complications developing;
- constant feeling of the presence of a foreign object in the mouth;
- Possible damage to tooth enamel.
There are things to think about
Yes, a pierced lip looks quite unusual. However, before you dare to take this step, you should pay attention to some nuances that, quite possibly, will make you change your mind or postpone going to the salon for an indefinite time:
- Medical indicators. Even simple rashes during a seasonal exacerbation of ARVI can become the No. 1 reason that does not allow getting a piercing under the lip. Eczema, diabetes, epilepsy, pregnancy and lactation, as well as allergies to metals - all of these are serious medical contraindications that prevent piercing. It is also better for girls during menstruation to refrain from going to the salon for a while.
- Appropriate dress code. Do not forget that piercing is a clear manifestation of informal style. If a girl or guy works in a reputable company where business negotiations are often required, piercing will make a negative impression on the interlocutor.
- Competent choice of master and salon. This is where it gets serious – this issue should be approached with special care. The lack of a license and certificate is a sign that this place should be avoided.
Interesting: Nose piercing
Many people are shy in front of the salon door, fearing that the procedure will be painful. In fact, piercing the upper or lower lip is not as scary as it seems at first glance. If you evaluate the painful sensations during the process of creating a piercing, you can give 6 points out of a possible 10.
In addition, a lip piercing heals very quickly - the tissue in the mouth area is soft and thin, devoid of blood vessels and capillaries. This means that the experience of a professional master will allow you to quickly and efficiently complete the procedure.
Puncture pain
The Smile piercing is practically painless. In 90% of cases it is done without the use of anesthetics.
Indications for pain relief:
- a thick frenulum, which is difficult to pierce without pain;
- low pain threshold;
- panic state in a person (from fear he may twitch and injure himself on the instrument during a puncture).
For pain relief, local drugs are used (Lidocaine, Novocaine, Anestezin). If you are prone to allergies, painkillers are not used.
Drug treatment of bartholinitis
The main goals of therapy are:
- increasing immunity;
- elimination of infection;
- removal of fluid from the Bartholin gland.
Often, for acute bartholinitis, doctors prescribe antibiotics. They must be taken for at least 5 days. Antiseptic agents for topical use are also prescribed. Tampons with Levomekol ointment are often used, as well as Miramistin solution for irrigation. Important! All antibiotics have side effects and should only be prescribed by a doctor. Increased immunity can be achieved by taking vitamins. Sometimes interferons are additionally prescribed.
Rice. 2. Bartholinitis is an inflammation of the Bartholin gland
Jewelry selection
For a piercing under the upper lip, titanium earrings with a special coating of a non-allergenic composition or jewelry made of medical steel or bioplastic are suitable. These materials do not oxidize over time and do not lose their appearance. They do not emit harmful substances and do not cause harm. Such jewelry is suitable for primary piercing and for daily wear.
According to the shape of the earrings, choose the following:
- horseshoes (it is better to wear such earrings after the wound has completely healed);
- circular;
- segment ring;
- rods;
- rings with a ball or stone;
- clicker rings;
- microbanana.
The ends of the decorations are decorated with cone-shaped or round elements. They should be small so that they do not cause discomfort when worn and do not scratch the enamel of the teeth. Earrings made of precious metals cannot be inserted into the frenulum until the puncture has healed, as the jewelry can oxidize and cause poisoning.
The thickness of the earring should not exceed 1.2 mm, it is better to choose a diameter of 1.6 mm. The bridle is thin, so a small piece of jewelry can break through it.
Carving on the earring
It is better to choose jewelry with internal threads, which are made on the metal itself. Earrings with glued or soldered threads may break. Breakage may result in injury to the oral cavity and loss of jewelry. There is a high probability of swallowing broken elements of the earring, which will lead to damage to the esophagus.
The internal thread does not injure the bridle when threading the jewelry through the puncture. If the product is sanded, there are no protrusions on it that can catch on the skin and scratch it. These earrings are easier to remove when replacing jewelry.
Polishing
The better polished the earring, the faster the piercing will heal. It is better to give preference to products from the expensive segment. They are polished by hand, and the quality of each piece of jewelry is checked.
Earrings produced on an industrial scale are polished with grain. Microdefects remain on the surface of the jewelry. Microbes accumulate in the depressions, and dried blood, lymph and saliva stick to the protrusions. The accumulation of pathogenic flora on the earring leads to infection of the frenulum and the development of complications.
Integrity of decoration
It is preferable to choose titanium earrings, since their production uses the technology of tuck- ing a solid base from a blank without welding the decoration elements. This method of turning eliminates the possibility of harmful impurities, which are contained in the solder used for soldering jewelry elements, getting into the metal alloy. Foreign inclusions can provoke the development of allergies and rejection of the material. A dart from a solid base also helps to achieve maximum smoothness on the surface of the earring.
Earrings made of silver and gold are always made from several elements that are soldered together with solder. If you choose jewelry made from precious metals, you should give preference to products from well-known brands that value their reputation and do not use harmful impurities in the manufacture of jewelry.
Preparing for a puncture
The basic rule of preparing for piercing is oral hygiene. It is necessary to exclude bacterial infection and suppuration of the wound after a puncture, so mouth rinse is added to the care procedures 3 days before the piercing. This is done after every meal.
For rinsing use:
- diluted peroxide (3 drops per 1 tablespoon of water);
- low concentration chlorhexidine;
- saline solution (1 teaspoon of salt per 200 ml of warm water);
- manganese (weak, light pink solution).
Combination of braces and piercing under the upper lip
You should refuse piercing if at the time of its implementation the temperature has risen or there are other signs of a respiratory disease.
How is the procedure performed?
Algorithm for the procedure:
- The first step is to sterilize all instruments and jewelry.
- The oral cavity and frenulum are sanitized with an antiseptic.
- Anesthesia is used.
- The master pinches the upper lip with forceps and pulls it upward.
- A disposable needle is used to puncture the frenulum.
- Without removing the needle, insert the decoration.
- The final sanitation of the oral cavity and puncture site is carried out.
With proper care of the wound, it heals quickly without complications.
Only 1 puncture can be performed in one session. If the master made a mistake in choosing the place for the piercing or inserted the catheter unsuccessfully, then the next time the frenulum can be pierced only after its complete restoration.
You can do the piercing yourself. The algorithm for piercing the frenulum under the upper lip is similar to the salon procedure. To perform this, you need to create conditions that will meet sanitary standards: treat instruments with an antiseptic, wear sterile gloves and sanitize the oral cavity.
Vertical piercing
The most popular type of lip piercing still belongs to vertical lip piercing, as it is a practically safe and almost painless procedure. Traditionally, the lip is pierced exactly in the center (from its lower border to the upper point in the center). If everything is done correctly, this piercing looks great and heals quickly.
For this type of puncture, the best decoration is a labret. Here you need to be extremely careful and scrupulous in choosing decoration. Keep in mind that the length of the bar is determined depending on the thickness of the lips after complete healing of the wound.
This is necessary to avoid mistakes when choosing the size of the jewelry. After all, if the bar turns out to be too short, then this threatens the ball growing into the lip area, and a labret that is too long will constantly hit the teeth, causing irreparable damage to their enamel.
Jewelry in the form of rings is also perfect for this type of piercing. The main task is their correct placement. The piercing must be done so that the jewelry is between the teeth.
Feelings after a puncture
Unpleasant sensations after piercing persist for the first 3-5 days. Pain is felt when eating, when the skin is stretched while talking or smiling. To relieve discomfort, you can use lidocaine spray, which has a freezing effect, 2-3 times a day. When the pain goes away, the feeling of a foreign object in the mouth will still persist. Some people get tired of this feeling, which becomes the reason for removing the jewelry.
In a month, a full-fledged channel will form around the jewelry. The sensation of a foreign object in the mouth will gradually pass. The more a person gets used to piercing, the more often he “plays” with his tongue with the earring, which sometimes leads to stretching of the frenulum, injury or rejection of the jewelry.
To sum up all of the above, we can say
- Lipoma and atheroma are benign formations of different natures - lipoma simply consists of altered adipose tissue, and atheroma is made of a sebaceous gland with a capsule filled with secretion - sebaceous atheromatous masses.
- Conservative, incl. Treatment of lipoma with folk remedies, as well as treatment of atheroma, is absolutely ineffective and often harmful.
- A small (2-3 cm) lipoma can not be operated on, but observed. In case of growth, as well as any discomfort, surgery to remove the lipoma is indicated.
- Removal of atheroma is always desirable, because they tend to increase in size and fester.
- If you find a subcutaneous formation in yourself, you need to consult a doctor, because... under the guise of a lipoma or atheroma, other formations can develop - dermatosarcomas, liposarcomas, hygromas, lymphadenitis, etc.
Dr. Elshansky I.V. has been involved in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of benign formations of the skin and subcutaneous tissue for many years.
Caring for the puncture site
The mucous membrane of the oral cavity is quickly restored if hygiene procedures and sanitation are carried out correctly.
Tips for caring for the puncture site:
- For 6-7 days after piercing, you need to rinse your mouth after eating.
- Do not use alcohol or manganese to sanitize the oral cavity after a puncture. These products will prolong the healing period of the wound.
- When brushing your teeth, you need to be careful not to snag the earring or injure the frenulum.
- You should not drink any alcohol or smoke for 3-4 days after the piercing.
- Do not touch the jewelry with your tongue or hands, so as not to introduce an infection into the wound or injure the puncture site.
The wound heals in about a month, and discomfort after the piercing lasts only 3-5 days. It is better not to kiss for the first 1-2 weeks after the piercing. Bacteria and viruses transmitted through biological fluids can enter an open wound. There is a possibility of transmitting STDs from a partner through saliva.
Ban on piercing procedure
Despite the fact that the procedure itself is quite simple and not complicated, there are certain prohibitions on its implementation. In particular, lip piercing should not be done for those people who have been diagnosed with poor blood clotting, and also have an exacerbation of one or another chronic disease. This decoration should not be made by teenagers under 18 years of age. It is also contraindicated to perform a puncture when the body temperature is elevated.
Do I need to rotate the earring while the piercing is healing?
You should not touch, let alone scroll, the earring during the first 2-3 weeks after the piercing. If the jewelry is of high quality, then it has a smooth surface, which eliminates the possibility of the product growing into the fabric of the bridle.
If you regularly disturb the wound, the scab will come off prematurely and the puncture will constantly bleed. This will lead to tissue scarring and complications in the future.
How to properly pierce your lip at home?
For many fashionistas and fashionistas, the question of whether it is possible to get a lip piercing at home without visiting a beauty salon is very relevant. It is quite possible to carry out such a procedure at home on your own. In this case, you can do it either yourself or by asking a friend for help.
The lip piercing process itself is quite quick, and the main point in this is preparation. To make a puncture, you should buy a catheter needle at the pharmacy - it looks more like a tube than a syringe needle, which is familiar to many, with a large diameter outlet. Next you need to decide on the choice of decoration. In this case, you should choose a long labret, but not a ring. Although the latter looks sexier, it will take longer for the wound to heal.
Next, treat the piercing itself with an alcohol solution, but there is no need to treat the needle: this was done previously by the manufacturer and packaged under sterile conditions. Next, use a catheter needle to puncture the front of the lip and insert the piercing. The main thing in this regard is a steady hand, because the slightest error will lead to slipping and more injury.
Possible complications and consequences
Piercings under the upper lip often heal without complications.
Rarely develop consequences:
- Infection gets into the wound, which leads to suppuration, swelling, and pain at the puncture site.
- Displacement of the earring, its omission due to incorrectly performed piercing.
- Rejection of the material from which the jewelry is made, allergy.
- Damage to tooth enamel, chips.
- Rupture of the frenulum when it is initially thin.
Proper care of the puncture site and avoiding piercing if there are contraindications will help to avoid the development of complications. If after putting on the earring there is discomfort, the frenulum is swollen or bleeding heavily, the jewelry should be removed. After removing the earring, the frenulum heals within a few days without any consequences. The oral mucosa is completely restored after 1.5-2 weeks.
Horizontal piercing
Horizontal labial piercing is not very popular among beginners; as a rule, it is done by real piercing connoisseurs. Horizontal piercing initially involves a deep puncture, which is performed parallel to the lip. It is usually done on the lower lip from left to right. A labret with 2 balls, one of which is removable, is suitable as a decoration.
Also, not only the labial parts of the face are pierced, but also the skin above or below them. There are several varieties of such piercings: Dahlia, Snakebite, Monroe, Madonna, and Medusa.
If your gums, teeth, or palate hurt after piercing
Problems associated with the piercing itself are indicated by a local reaction: redness, plaque, bleeding, swelling at the puncture site. If the pain spreads throughout the entire oral cavity, then the cause should be sought in the antiseptic or rinse used.
Each person has a unique microflora in their mouth. Antiseptic and hygiene products can cause individual intolerance. This happens often: 1 case in 20 people. The condition is called stomatitis, which can be quickly treated. Changing the product with solutions with a different composition will help eliminate the pain.
Some useful tips when simulating a piercing
If you are going to show off with a fake earring, you should still take care of its quality. This is especially true for those jewelry that will have contact with the mucous membrane. So, for the tongue, lip or nose, it is important to choose a decoy made of high-quality metal or a medical alloy. If you want to buy something made of plastic, pay attention to safe and hypoallergenic products.
It is also important to choose the appropriate adhesive composition. Under no circumstances should you try to attach a fake earring using Super Glue or Moment. This can have extremely negative consequences. Compositions suitable for such procedures are sold in piercing and tattoo shops.
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