Update: I knew that Kristen hadn't done a lot of these piercings and was basically still in the experimental stage, so I was a willing guinea pig. Since having this done with the needle, I have learned that a dermal punch actually does a better job and usually results in quicker healing. If you're going to get this procedure done, ask them to do it with a dermal punch instead of a needle. That may sound scary or traumatic, but check out this video: Dermal Punch Microdermal
Micro Dermal Anchors - Step by Step Photo Experience
By Karen L. Hudson, About.com
Creating the Pocket in the Skin
Inserting the needle to create a pocket for the anchor
Kristen used a 10 gauge piercing needle to break through the skin and create a pocket for the anchor to be inserted into. This part is very much like getting any surface piercing - it's quick but somewhat painful until the needle finally "pops" through the skin. Once it's through, there's very little pain.
Prev
- Prepping the Skin
- Marking the Skin for Anchor Location
- Micro Dermal Anchor Jewelry Before Placement
- Creating the Pocket in the Skin
- The Needle is Through the Skin
- The anchor is ready for placement
- Inserting the Anchor Below the Skin
- One Successfully Completed Micro Dermal Anchor
- Anchor Number Two
- My New Micro Dermal Anchors
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