Male genital piercings - types of piercings and questions you may have

When it comes to piercings, most of us immediately pay attention to the typical: ear, nose, tongue, and so on…

But one type of piercing that is both a fringe and is becoming increasingly popular is the male genital piercing. You may have even heard of the infamous "Prince Albert" and thought it sounded both interesting and tantalizing as a way to change your body in a way that would make you stand out from the crowd and show off your personality.

But the “Princes of Alberta” is, in fact, just the tip (pun intended) of the iceberg of male genitalia. Whether it's for fun or self-expression and style, you certainly have a number of questions. This guide will help you get the answers you need to determine which male genital piercing is right for you, and, so to speak, your penis.

What is a male genital piercing?

A genital piercing is, as the name suggests, a piercing that goes through the genitals at a particular point or position. When it comes to male genital piercings, there are 15 common options to consider. Areas of the male genitalia that are common for piercings include:

• shaft of the penis
• pubic piercing
• scrotum piercing
• crotch piercing

What types of male genital piercings are there?

Below we take a quick look at the 15 most common types of male genital piercings, broken down by category:

1. Penis Head Piercing

   dido piercing

   placed through the head, parallel to the trunk and often in pairs.

   Piercing Ampallang

   is performed horizontally through the glans so that the bar is located both on the left and on the right side of the glans penis.

   Apadravya Piercing

   vertically positioned directly across the head, with one ball of the rod at the top and the other under the head.

   Kuno Piercing

   only option for uncircumcised men, this piercing goes through any point on the upper edge of the foreskin

2. penis piercing

   There are about 7 types of penile piercings that can be divided into three categories: Prince Albert, Frenum and Dolphin.

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   The most common of the male genital piercings. The Prince Albert is inserted through the urethral tube and out past the glans penis. There is also a Prince Albert variant called reverse Prince Albert, in which the urethra is pierced on top of the shaft instead of underneath. This alternative may be more sexually stimulating for female partners.

   Bit Piercing

   The most typical frenulum piercing is horizontal along the underside of the shaft.

   Spinal beat:

   When this piercing is placed along the top of the shaft instead, it is called a "dorsal frenulum piercing".

   Jacob's ladder:

   Another option, when a person chooses several frenulum piercings in a row along the lower or upper part of the penis shaft, is called "Jacob's ladder."

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   Also known as the "low frenulum," the frenulum is located at the base of the shaft of the penis next to the scrotum.

   Dolphin Piercing

   This unique piercing is only suitable for those who already have a well-healed typical Prince Albert piercing. This style places the urethra piercing on the underside of your shaft, about 5/8 inch below your original Prince Albert piercing, connecting the two.

3. pubic piercing

   Pubic piercings can be found anywhere in a public place and are a great alternative for those men who are concerned about getting their genitals pierced through the penis itself.

4. Scrotum Piercing

   Sotal piercings, also known as hafada piercings, are those that are placed anywhere on the scrotum itself. A person can choose one, several, or even create a scrotal ladder with any number of embellishment options.

5. crotch piercing

   The length of skin and tissue between the anus and the scrotum is known as the perineum. This highly erogenous zone is a favored location for so-called guiche piercings, which can be manipulated slightly after healing to enhance sexual arousal or pleasure.

What types of body jewelry are there for genital piercings?

The choice of jewelry for male genital piercing depends on the specific type of piercing. We'll look at some of the popular options for each below:

Penis Piercing Jewelry

• Short straight stem with ball bearings at both ends.
• Straight bar with half balls
• D-ring
• Kuno piercing ring

Penis Piercing Jewelry

• Straight rods
• D-ring
• Circular bars
• captive rings
• Bent rod with slave ring
• Circular rod with driven ring
• Prince Albert's wand

Pubic Piercing Jewelry

• Locking rings
• Circular bars
• Micro straight bars
• bent rods

Jewelry for scrotum piercing

• Locking rings
• Circular bars
• Micro straight bars
• Bent bars (often the ideal choice)

Are male genital piercings harmful?

Given that skin and tissue are pierced, any male genital piercing causes pain to some degree. The level of pain will depend on several things:

• How experienced is your piercer?
• Type of piercing
• Your level of sensitivity in the area
• Your personal level of pain tolerance

For example, the Dyode (glans) piercing is one of the less painful options, while the Apadravya piercing is one of the most painful.

Be sure to speak with your piercer for expert advice on what to expect in terms of pain and location. The Pierced.co team will walk you through your options and help you find the perfect one.

Does genital piercing increase sensitivity?

Yes and no. Everyone's body reacts differently, so your experience may be different from someone else's. However, several male genital piercing options can increase your (and your partner's) sexual pleasure and stimulation.

Other types of piercings can either increase or decrease sensitivity. It's best to have a frank conversation with your piercer about your goals and concerns. The Pierced team has years of experience helping Newmarket and Mississauga, Ontario locals like you get answers to all of their male genital piercing questions.

Do all piercers get genital piercings?

Great question. And a simple answer. In short, no. Some piercers don't deal with them at all, while others only work with certain types. Always look ahead to learn more about piercing rules, suggestions and experiences. When it comes to male genital piercings, you really don't want someone with little or no experience to pierce one of (if not the most) sensitive and important parts of your body with a needle.

How to properly treat a genital piercing

Genital piercing aftercare is similar to other piercings, but there are a few extra tips we can help with.

• Take a break from any sexual activity (for a short time until everything starts to heal)
• Avoid exchanging bodily fluids in the genital area by using proper protection.
• Stick to saline or salt rinses
• Consider soothing olive oil or emu oil to help heal.
• Drink plenty of fluids.

Need more help, visit us today!

Male genital piercings can be an exciting prospect, but knowing what to purchase, the best jewelry options available, and how to care for your new piercing can leave many Newmarket, Ontario residents unsure where to start or who to contact. apply. help.

The team at Pierced is experienced, friendly and ready to make sure your first or next genital piercing is exactly what you hoped for. Call or visit today.

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