Why We Pierce With Needles as Apposed to a Piercing Gun at Dorathy & J:

Here at D&J, we believe in offering you the safest, most comfortable, and long-lasting piercing experience possible. One of the most important ways we do this is by exclusively using needles for all our piercings. You might be wondering why needles over piercing guns, so here’s why we firmly stand by the needle method.

Less Tissue Trauma

A piercing needle creates a clean, precise hole by removing a small section of tissue, leaving the surrounding area mostly intact. This minimal tissue damage leads to less swelling, bruising, and irritation, which helps your piercing heal faster and more comfortably. Piercing guns, on the other hand, force the jewellery through the tissue, causing more trauma and increasing the risk of complications like infections or scarring.

Lower Risk of Infection

Needles cause less damage to the skin, which makes it easier for your body to heal and defend against infection. With piercing guns, the force used to push the jewellery through the tissue creates microtears, which can be a breeding ground for bacteria.

Faster and More Comfortable Healing

Because needle piercings are cleaner and cause less trauma, they tend to heal more quickly and with less pain. You’re less likely to experience prolonged swelling or discomfort. Piercing guns, due to the forceful nature of the procedure, often lead to longer healing times and more discomfort.

Cleaner Piercing

Needles create a smooth, clean hole, allowing the jewellery to fit perfectly and heal properly. The force from a piercing gun can distort the tissue and cause the jewellery to sit incorrectly, which can affect healing and lead to complications.

Better for Long-Term Health

Needle piercings have a lower risk of rejection or migration because they cause less trauma to the tissue. The jewellery fits securely, and your body has a better chance of healing and maintaining the piercing for the long term.

At Dorathy & J, we are committed to your health, safety, and comfort. By choosing needles over piercing guns, we ensure a cleaner, smoother, and more effective piercing experience. If you have any questions or want to schedule your next piercing, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help!

Your body deserves the best, and we’re here to provide it.