Tragus piercing: everything you wanted to know

 If you are looking for an ear piercing that stands out from the rest, a tragus piercing is a great option. Despite their growing popularity, the tragus remains a unique and cool piercing.

A tragus is a puncture that goes through a small flap of cartilage that partially covers the ear canal. It is located almost directly under the piercing. Because of their location, not every ear is suitable for a tragus piercing.

Can I get a tragus piercing?

Generally, as long as your tragus is large enough, you can get this piercing. The general logic is that if it's big enough to be grabbed, it's big enough to be pierced. While this test is a good indicator at home, it's still best to talk to a professional piercer.

A professional will look at the size and shape of your tragus to make sure the piercing is safe. The tragus is rarely too small, but it does happen. Attempting to puncture this area may result in a puncture behind the tragus if it is not large enough. This may affect your ability to chew.

Does it hurt to get a tragus piercing?

All piercings hurt to some degree. But you don't have to be John McClain to master a tragus piercing. Pain tolerance varies from person to person, so we rate tragus piercing as low to moderate on the pain scale.

In our article on how piercings hurt, we rate most ear cartilage piercings at 5 or 6 out of ten on the Piercing Pain Scale. Fleshy areas, such as lobe piercings, tend to be less painful than cartilage piercings. Thus, thicker cartilage often means a more painful puncture, but the tragus is an exception.

Although the tragus is a thick cartilage, it has very few nerves. As a result, there is usually very little pain, despite appear needle piercing sound.

Is a tragus piercing dangerous?

A tragus piercing is pretty little dangerous. Of course, as with any piercing, there are some potential risks. But if you take the right precautions, use the services of a professional piercer, and follow your care plan, you can manage these risks.

As for the risks associated with tragus piercings, jewelry that is too small or a tragus that is too small is the culprit. As discussed earlier, attempting to puncture a tragus that is too small can result in damage to the surrounding area.

This risk is higher if you do not use a professional. First, the professional determines if the shape and size of your ear is appropriate for this piercing. If not, they will recommend an alternative, such as a date piercing. Secondly, the thickness of the cartilage can make this piercing more difficult for a piercer who lacks training and experience.

If the decoration is too small or tight, the tragus itself can become very swollen. This causes several problems. The most noticeable problem is pain. The swelling puts a lot of pressure on the jewelry, which can be quite painful. Another is that the swelling on the subject is intense. You can treat it with salt, but in the worst case, the decoration will have to be cut out.

This problem can be easily avoided by consulting a piercer before inserting jewelry. They will help you choose the right and safe piercing jewelry.

Types of jewelry for tragus piercing

Tragus piercing jewelry is usually smaller. When choosing jewelry here, it is important to keep functionality in mind. Large jewelry can interfere with a telephone conversation. The most popular tragus decorations are rings, followed by rivets and then rods.

The ring is a beautiful, subtle piece of jewelry that looks stylish and won't get in the way. A barbell, on the other hand, draws more attention by directing the eye towards the piercing. Most of the barbell decorations will also not interfere with the use of the phone.

A rivet can be either thin or showy, depending on its ornamentation. You can get simpler jewelry with a gold or titanium ball. A bright diamond stud can complete a look, while a cool design can make a statement or personalize it.

Choosing a stud is a safe option if you consult with your piercer. If the jewelry is too small or tight, it can cause inflammation.

How long does a tragus piercing take to heal?

The tragus has a wide range of healing times. It usually takes 1 to 6 months for a tragus piercing to heal. We recommend most people plan closer to 3-6 months. Factors such as aftercare and the shape of the ear can affect healing time. 

As with any piercing, how you take care of it will affect how long it takes to heal. Your piercer should provide you with a follow-up care plan that reduces risks and promotes healing. Following this plan results in faster healing and a better looking piercing.

Aftercare is your responsibility, but you can contact the piercer with any questions or concerns throughout the process. A factor that you cannot control is the shape of the ear. Generally speaking, the larger tragus is more forgiving. As a result, a smaller tragus is more likely to have a longer healing period.

Where to get a tragus piercing in Newmarket?

Tragus piercing is one of the coolest and most unique ear piercings. Going to the right piercer will ensure that your piercing is safe, heals properly, and looks beautiful. Get your tragus pierced today at Newmarket's best new piercing store.

Contact Pierced to schedule an appointment or visit us at the Upper Canada Mall in Newmarket.