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Hey! I made this website because I want to help out people that are thinking about getting piercings. I know I wanted to know this information when I was doing some research on piercing aftercare and precautions. I hope this helps you out when deciding whether or not you want to take the responsibility of having a piercing. I say, "Go for it!" They're so cute and really fun!

Here are a few things you should know:
1. There is a risk of getting HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis! So ask your piercer if they use new and sterilized instruments. Make sure the room you're in is sanitary and smells clean. If you have any doubts, you should leave right away and find a cleaner place.
2. It is quite a lot of work to take care of a piercing. You must clean it 3-5 times daily. I cannot stress this enough! It is extremely important that you follow your piercer's aftercare instructions! Your piercing might get infected if you neglect to clean it.
3. Don't get it if you have Diabetes, Haemophilia, or Keloids.
4. Don't get it if you have low tolerance for pain or if you have a phobia of needles. You might faint!
5. It takes about 3-9 months for a navel piercing to heal. During this time, you must be careful and clean it regularly.

The Procedure:
1. The piercer will clean the belly button area with some solution and mark it orange. Then, he/she will mark the entry points for the needle and ask you if that's what you want.
2. He/she will put on gloves and prepare the utensils. They might clamp you, if they do, don't worry. You can't even feel it (contrary to popular belief)!
3. Holding the clamp in place, they'll ask you to take deep breaths and to relax. Try to think about something peaceful and hold somebody's hand so you can take your mind off things. Then he/she will insert the hollow needle. To be totally honest with you, it hurt intensely for about four seconds and just stopped. The pain is minimal and very short, kind of like a shot you get at the doctors.
4. They'll give you instructions for cleaning, but I have them listed for you below. They'll clean it one more time and let you go. Have fun with your new belly!

Aftercare Instructions
1. You must clean your belly button 3-5 times daily with: Bactine, anti-bacterial soap, or ear-care solution. Make sure you rinse off all the soap.
2. Salt water really helps, so buy non-iodized sea salt and put about 1/2 tsp in 1/4 cup of cooled boiled water. Put this in a shot glass or small medicinal cup and bend over. Place it over your navel and lay down and kill 15 minutes. This helps the healing process and will get rid of any pending infections.
3. Avoid swimming pools and spas. If you must, be sure to clean your navel immediately afterwards with the cleaning solution.
4. Don't mess around with it! Do not move it around or turn your belly button to look at it. If you want to see it, look in a mirror.
5. Don't touch with dirty hands!
6. Don't let people touch it, or lick it. (Ew!)

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