The Complete Medusa Piercing Guide

Is the Medusa piercing right for you?

You say it's time for another piercing? If you're bored with the typical nose and lip piercings, the notch piercing option might be intriguing to you. This piercing, also known as Medusa, is becoming more and more popular these days for everyone. 

There are two more options for medusa piercings; double and vertical. In the first type, the groove is pierced twice, one on top of the other, allowing the use of two different studs. Vertical change is different because what may appear to be two holes is actually one, with the groove perforated vertically. 

This all sounds great, but let's take a closer look at whether this is the right choice for you. This guide will cover all aspects of a medusa piercing, such as what to expect before, during, and after the job is done.

Before jumping into a chair

You decide to go for it and pierce the groove. How should you prepare for this? Part of the preparation is taking care of your teeth before the procedure. It is very important to both brush and floss your pearly white teeth. The entire mouth area needs to be spotlessly clean because neglected teeth mean more bacteria, which can greatly increase the risk of infection. 

After this boring but important step, you can begin to consider the cost of the procedure. The cost of a Medusa piercing can range from $40 to $80, and the cost of jewelry will be extra. Beware of studios offering inexpensive piercings using materials other than implants. When thinking about the first piece of jewelry to wear, a button earring is usually the best option. And here is the most interesting! There are so many colors to choose from! You can go crazy with this! 

What to Expect During a Medusa Piercing Session

Pain levels are always a big issue when it comes to piercings. Will it hurt? How much will it hurt? The level of pain will be very different for each person, but this article will talk about the general opinion found on the Internet. It has been said that a sharp pain is felt when the needle first pierces the tissue. It is most likely similar to any other piercing and also ends in the blink of an eye. 

Medusa Piercing Aftercare

A few days after this, there may be a dull throbbing pain in the area of ​​\uXNUMXb\uXNUMXbthe hole. This is also quite normal. Each step after leaving deserves its own section of the article, so there you go!

First, it is important that the stud remains completely intact while the area heals to avoid infection. For the first week or two, you will need to eat and drink carefully to make sure the piercing is not irritated.

Some entertainment activities are not available for a while - sorry 

Unfortunately, some daily activities can also be potentially harmful to the wound. Kissing and smoking may not be the best ideas for the first week, and yes, even drinking can be harmful. Alcohol dehydrates, and dehydration in this situation is unacceptable. For the same reason, swimming and diving cannot take place near this area, so swimming can be added to this list.

Cleaning and sanitation

Now comes the cleaning steps! When piercing a jellyfish, it is necessary to separately treat the inner and outer parts of the wound. Starting with cleaning the outside, several steps must be taken. Use sterile saline for irrigation and a mild, alcohol-free, fragrance-free soap to clean the outside as recommended.

Once that's all done, it's time to clean the inside of your mouth. Gargling with an alcohol-free mouthwash after meals helps to get rid of bacteria and other pleasant things. Finally, it is said that using a new toothbrush after the procedure can also be helpful. 

In addition to all of the above, it is also important to ensure that the philtrum remains clean for at least the first six to twelve weeks after the procedure. Don't worry, there's nothing else to worry about! Now you are all set to enjoy your new piercing! 

Ready to get yourself a Medusa piercing?

If you're in the Newmarket or Mississauga area, give the Pierced team a call or visit our piercing parlors today. We'd love to learn more about how we can help you find the perfect pairing of piercings and jewelry. One that you'll want to show off for years to come.