Body Piercing 101 - Planning, Getting and Caring for a New Piercing

Body piercings are decorative and fun, but can also be dangerous if not done properly. This guide will answer your questions about body piercings and types of jewelry so you can enjoy your modifications without serious problems.

If you are new to the world of body art, you have a whole new language to learn! Get the meanings to many common words and phrases used in the body art community.

The piercing gun is widely used in mall and department stores - and professional piercing artists want to see it BANNED. Why? Find out why the gun is so dangerous and how the needle compares.

Do you know how many possible piercings there are in one tiny ear? Do you know your conch from your daith? If not, this detailed information guide to the ear is for you.

Snake bite piercings are one of several different lip piercing styles. Learn about snake bites and how to care for them properly.

If you're thinking about getting a piercing in your genital region, there are several things you should consider first. Find out what piercings are available and what possible risks and limitations go with each of them.

In response to the many emails I have received, here are the most common nipple piercing questions answered.

If you're interested in stretching a piercing, there are things you need to know before you make a final decision. This article discusses the best and worst ways to stretch a piercing and provides suggestions on how to determine if stretching is the right choice for you.

There are some questions about getting a tattoo or piercing that are difficult, even embarrassing, to ask. But that doesn't mean they're not valid and important. Here you will find those questions asked, and answered, for you.

CBRs (captive bead rings) can be kind of tricky taking out and putting in. Although it's always advisable to let your piercer do it for you, there comes a time when we all have to change our own jewelry. At least learn how to do it right so you don't hurt yourself or ruin your jewelry.

Topical anesthetics like Emla cream and lidocaine are wonderful products for medical patients, but do they have any place in the tattoo industry?

If you want to get ideas for piercings or you just want to see how a particular piercing looks in "real life", check out the gallery. Photos submitted by fans and artists from around the globe.

This guide to conventional piercings will get you started in the right direction. Find out what you need to know before you let a stranger poke holes in you.

Should you tip your tattoo or piercing artist? Find out what the professionals think about it and how you can give the best tip without spending an extra dime.

It might seem like a silly question, until you find out the answer.

This menu page leads you to detailed reference pages about the most common oral piercings (tongue, tongue web, smiley and frowny).

This menu page will lead you to detailed reference pages about the most common types of body and surface piercings.

Exclusive interview with Master Piercer and author Elayne Angel.