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Lip rings have become quite popular in the past few years. Many film stars, sports icons, rock stars and other denizens of the celebrity world wear them. With the spread of this new trend as well as the concept of self-expression, rebelliousness and independence attached to it, it is no wonder that a lot of people are planning on getting a lip ring.

The good thing about getting a lip ring is the fact that they heal faster than other piercings. Even though this is the case, there are still some risks that should be considered when you make a decision to get them. You should also note that getting it may curtail you from doing some of the activities that you are used to. Having a piercing is very similar to having a wound and exposing it to bacteria-carrying substances while it heals, can lead to infections. So, keep in mind that getting a lip ring is a very serious business.

Get Ready to Be Pierced

Because you will be stuck with it forever, getting a lip ring is something that you need to plan. Start by finding some friends who have already done this. Ask them where they had it done and get some recommendations from them. You should find a piercing artist that you can trust. And, the best way to do that is to view the finished products and hear the testimonials of his satisfied customers. You also need to make sure that safety measures are being followed during your piercing. Observe the artist at work and make sure that the sterilized needle that he will use on you will come from a sealed pack. Of course, you also need to make sure that the ring is being put on in the right place.

In choosing the area that you would like to be pierced, try to picture how it would feel to have a foreign object in that area. An advantage of getting a lip ring is the fact that it isn't too intrusive. Although a part of it is located between the lip and the gums, the lip ring doesn't rub against them. It doesn't cause any damages to the gum line. Still up to it?

OUCH! Now What?

After going through the procedure, you need to take care of your new piercing. It usually takes two or three months for the lip to heal. And, during this time, you should avoid kissing or giving oral sex. You shouldn't expose the wound to substances that contain bacteria. Smoking and drinking should also be avoided since these substances can irritate the wound. You should gargle some mouthwash in order to make sure that the piercing would heal faster. Just make sure that it doesn't contain a lot of alcohol. You can also opt for a saline solution that can also kill bacteria. You should also rinse the pierced area with peroxide after eating. Also, getting some ice cream and pain killers during the first few days after getting pierced would be a great idea.