Will I Regret Getting a Belly Button Piercing?

Belly button piercings are one of the most popular piercings in the United States right now. They are a fun and sexy way to show our personalities and styles with various fun jewelry designs to choose from. However, while this piercing is a favorite among individuals, many regret getting this piercing for a few different reasons. So, is it worth getting a belly button piercing? Let’s find out!

Many individuals can regret getting a belly piercing due to its slow healing process, placement of piercing, adverse reactions, or simply because they got it done in their teenage years. Infections caused by the piercing can also be why some people regret getting it done in the first place.

Many people are surprised to find out that a belly button piercing can take up to a year to completely heal, which is quite long when compared to other piercings in the body. Navel piercings require patience and proper care to recover in order to avoid the site from getting infected – which can be very painful. So if you’re thinking of getting this piercing, I suggest you do some research before scheduling your appointment. You will need to make certain you are fully aware of the steps you must taking during the healing process to reduce the chances of your piercing becoming infected or even rejecting. 

Many times, especially as teens, we are thrilled with the idea of getting the belly piercing as we see many of our friends getting them done. It can lead to spontaneously choosing the first piercer you find, and if not careful, you can risk getting it done improperly. You must do your research and select a sterile and clean shop with experience with belly button piercings to increase your chances of having the best experience.

That said, getting the piercing while being a teen can also influence your thoughts on it as you grow and mature. Some individuals regret half of the piercings they got as teens as they lose interest in them as people develop different passions and tastes while they mature.

The main reasons why individuals regret getting this piercing done are:

  • Wrong Placement
  • The Piercing Takes Long To Recover
  • No Longer Interested In Piercing
  • Belly Piercing Gets Infected
  • Not sterile
  • Piercing rejects

Those are just some of the more general reasons why many individuals come to regret their piercings after they have them. Some teenagers tend to let their friends perform the piercing, which is not the best idea as this is not sterile or clean and can lead to a higher chance of infection. Additionally, since they are not professionals, this increases your chances of them placing the piercing in the wrong location.

As we mentioned above, an intelligent way to dodge this headache is by choosing a professional who knows what they are doing so that you can be happy with your piercing and your decision to get it done.

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COCHARM G23 Titanium Belly Button Rings Cute Internally Threaded Navel Rings 14g Curved Barbell for Women
COCHARM G23 Titanium Belly Button Rings Cute Internally Threaded Navel Rings 14g Curved Barbell for Women
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We already know that this specific piercing can take longer than most to recover, which is why it’s essential to do the proper cleaning to decrease the risks of infection. Even while doing everything you need to ensure a safe healing process, things like clothes rubbing against it or sleeping on your stomach can still lead to infections.

It’s also best to wait until the piercing has healed to change the piercing, as changing it before time can also cause the sensitive area to become swollen and painful. The best time to change your piercing would be anywhere between three months and a year after piercing it. Your skin should look as it did before getting the piercing, and it should move smoothly without any pain or crust around the area.

Sometimes, the person regrets the piercing only after their body is showing signs of rejection towards the site. If you don’t know what that means, it’s when your skin between the piercing starts slowly shrinking in size until there’s nothing left, and the piercing falls on its own.

It doesn’t mean that you did anything wrong; it just means that your body wants to evict the piercing just as it would with a splinter. The body can often reject the piercing due to the type of metal you chose for the piercing. Typically, this tends to happen more often to those who decide stainless steel piercings as their first choice.

If you’re prone to rejecting piercings or are sensitive to certain types of metals, then the best type would be Titanium which is less likely to get rejected from your body.

Honestly, no one’s going to judge you for regretting the belly piercing done. It’s your body and your decision on whether or not you want to keep having it on or if you decide to remove it further down the line.

The great thing about the belly piercing is that it is not a permanent piercing! You can remove it once the piercing is healed and continue your life as you please. For some individuals, you might get left with a tiny scar of where the piercing was. It all depends on how your body reacts to the piercing and how your body heals as well.

So there you have it, the thought of regretting your piercing lies deeply within the experience, setting, and personal opinion on the belly piercing. You now know that you can decide to remove it later on, and it won’t cause you any issues or pain. You can always get it re-pierced if you choose to have it again, as long as you wait at least a year to heal the skin around the area entirely.

If you’re still interested in getting the belly piercing done, make sure to do your research and choose a professional to perform the piercing for you. And, once done, make sure to follow your piercer’s instructions on how to clean your piercing correctly to avoid getting it infected. If the piercing starts showing signs of swelling and pain, definitely go back to your piercer to prevent complications.

You can always go back and ask them any questions or concerns, and they will be more than happy to answer all of your questions. Remember to choose a location that you feel comfortable in and one that is sterile and clean.