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If you are having liposuction along the abdominal area, you will be asked to remove the piercing before your procedure, as they can get in the way. Generally, your belly button piercing will not be affected by liposuction.
Scars are permanent, but even though there’s no way to entirely get rid of one, there are some things you can do to minimize their appearance.
Can I put piercings back in after surgery?
Postoperatively, most pierced jewelry can be put back into position after anesthesia has completely worn off. Only jewelry for piercings close to wounds (e. g., navel piercings) should not be reinserted until the skin is closed.
What if I can’t take piercings out for surgery?
If patients refuse to remove piercings, have them sign a waiver that indicates they’ve been told of the dangers their piercings pose and chose to ignore your warnings. If a patient is adamant about keeping piercings in throughout the procedure, discuss his reasons for wanting to.
What if I can’t get a piercing out before surgery?
If a ring cannot be removed prior to surgery, steps would be taken to ensure that the ring and ring finger are sterile. Jewelry is inherently non-sterile and, as such, has the potential to transmit bacteria or fungi to an open wound.
Some people believe that outie belly button piercings are the only “true” belly button piercings because they actually involve piercing the inner part of the navel. However, i nfections in outie belly button piercings can travel to your internal organs and become extremely dangerous. Most reputable piercers will not take this risk.
How long after belly button piercing can I change it?
Wait at least 6 months before changing your belly button ring. If you do it sooner, you will risk infection because the piercing is likely not fully healed. Some people report changing jewelry after 6-8 weeks with no infection, but this doesn’t mean it can’t happen. To be extra safe, wait at least 6 months.
How long does it take for a belly button to heal?
A belly button piercing is when you have a ring or other ornament through the skin around your belly button. If you want to get a belly button piercing, keep in mind that it only takes a few minutes to get it done, but it can take up to a year to heal.
These include redness, swelling, yellow or green discharge, or pain when you touch the site. You could also have a fever. If you have any of these symptoms, call your doctor right away. Infection. A piercing on your belly button is more likely to get infected than other body parts because of its shape. It’s easy for bacteria to hole up inside it.