Septum Piercings on Girls~ Dangers, Healing, Cleansing and Infections

As the sweet spot is known to contain literally hundreds of nerve endings, a septum piercing can prove painful, however, just like having any other form of piercing, different individuals will experience different levels of pain. The video below demonstrates how a septum piercing is performed.

As with any bodily piercing, septum piercings on girls, and indeed boys, are not without risk. Un-sterilized needles and poor hygiene practices can lead to the transference of serious infections, such as HIV and hepatitis.

In some cases, Nasal Septum Hematoma can develop as a result of having the septum pierced. In such instances, the sufferer will experience nasal congestion and will have some difficulty breathing. Blood and fluid can also build in that area if there is an obstruction in the blood capillaries, this is rare, however, and often only occurs if the soft tissue in the septum has been damaged in some way.

Fortunately, many of these problems can be avoided if the services of a professional, licensed practitioner are sought. A reputable practitioner would ask that a customer sign a consent form prior to the procedure, and would also show indicator strips which demonstrate that both the clamps and needles have been properly sterilised.

It can take anything up to eight months for a new septum piercing to completely heal. Again, however, this depends on the individual, and keeping the septum clean will certainly help speed up recovery time. As much as possible, anyone with a new piercing should avoid alcohol, which can cause inflammation. Likewise, any facial cleansers or toners, which are alcohol based should also be avoided.