Body Art Info: Piercings

Clitoris

FYI:

Piercings of the clitoris are not as common as piercings of the clitoral hood; as fewer women have the necessary anatomy; To be pierced safely, the clitoris must be large enough, at least 1/4" wide, to support the jewelry and the hood must not constrict around the jewelry. If the jewelry is constricted or twists under the hood the piercing may migrate, reject, tear, or scar. Jewelry in a horizontal piercing may twist if the wearer's pubic area is narrow or if she has large outer labia. An exposed clitoris may be pierced horizontally or vertically. If the clitoris is hooded a vertical piercing using a barbell is advisable to avoid twisting of the jewelry. A ring is suitable if the clitoris is exposed or very loosely hooded. Nerve damage is more likely to result from piercing a clitoris that is too small to support the piercing or from piercing through the shaft of the clitoris and through the dorsal nerve.

Initial Jewelry:

Captive bead ring or circular barbell in 16 to 14 gauge and 3/8" - 1/2" inside diameter. Barbell in 16 to 14 gauge and 3/8" - 7/16" in length.

Average Healing Time:

6 - 8 wks