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DAITH PIERCING FULL GUIDE

A daith piercing is a unique and stylish form of body art that involves piercing through the innermost cartilage fold of the ear, known as the crus of the helix. This piercing has gained popularity not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for its rumored benefits in alleviating migraine pain.

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DAITH PIERCING PLACEMENT

The Daith Piercing is a type of ear piercing that involves the placement of jewelry through the innermost fold of cartilage in the ear, specifically the small ridge located above the ear canal. This type of piercing has gained popularity for its unique placement and aesthetic appeal, allowing individuals to showcase their personal style and add an eye-catching element to their ear.

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DAITH PIERCING PAIN LEVEL

Pain Level of Daith Piercing: (5/10)
Due to the thickness and density of this cartilage area, the Daith piercing process causes a moderate painful. The peak of pain experienced lasts only a few seconds during the piercing.

How to reduce the pain during daith piercing procedure?
There are solutions to minimize pain during daith piercing, such as the use of lidocaine-based numbing cream (EMLA or generics).
This cream is available in pharmacies by prescription.
It is recommended to apply it between 30 minutes to 1 hour before to pierce your daith.

To learn more about reducing the pain of an Daith piercing, discover our Guide on Ear Piercing Pain Levels.

DAITH PIERCING PROCEDURE

It's crucial to ensure that your ear structure is suitable for a daith piercing, as not everyone's ear can accommodate this type of piercing.
The piercer will then clean your ear thoroughly & mark the exact spot where the piercing will be made.
A sterilized, sharp, hollow needle is used for the piercing. This is a more precise and less traumatic method than using a piercing gun, especially for the thick cartilage of the daith. It is important to note that pain levels can vary significantly from one person to another.
Once the needle has gone through, the chosen jewelry is immediately inserted into the hole.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR DAITH PIERCING

Clean your Daith Piercing twice a day – once in the morning and once in the evening. Consistency is key to prevent infection and promote healing.
Soak a sterile gauze pad with the saline solution & gently press it against your daith piercing and hold it there for a few minutes. - Be sure to follow these instructions until your daith piercing is completely healed.
Keep the Daith pierced area dry to prevent any infections.

HEALING TIME & PROCESS FOR DAITH PIERCING

The healing process : The first few weeks after getting the piercing are critical. During this time, you might experience swelling, redness, tenderness, and some discharge of lymphatic fluid (a clear or slightly yellowish fluid). - It's normal to feel some discomfort, especially when touching or moving the area accidentally.

As weeks progress, the initial symptoms should gradually diminish.

The healing time for a daith piercing can vary significantly from person to person. Generally, it takes anywhere from 9 months to a year, or sometimes longer, for complete healing.

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