Internet rends tend to swing into the head-scratching territory. We have seen all kinds of 3D nail adornments, neon lips, and wacky eyebrows, but the latest engagement piercing trend is taking eerie to a whole new level. Engagement rings now really seem to be a thing of the past with dermal piercings that is sure to scandalise your family and grandparents. Would you go with this unconventional and painful way to express your love?

1. What Are Dermal Piercings and How Are They Done?

Couples now are ditching engagement rings for dermal piercings with diamonds with appear to float atop the finger. Dermal engagement piercing is getting a gemstone lodged squarely in the centre of the ring finger rather than a ring. They are just single-link piercings that link straight into the skin rather than the body parts. The piercing expert uses a dermal punch to make a hole in the epidermis of the skin and anchor it to the layer below the epidermis which is the dermis.

2. Are Dermal Piercings Safe?

An engagement piercing entails a bigger stone than any other body part and it can be precarious for an area that gets rubbed a lot. There is a much higher risk of scarring and inflammation with your hands being arguably the most utilised part of your body. The idea of snagging this stud on a sweater or a coat pocket or your hair will just make you cringe.

Plus, when the stone is sitting on top of the finger, it is also easier to get it pulled or move where the skin is thin. Further, the finger has a lot of nerves and muscles and so if the piercing gets deeper it can hit a lot of vital structures. It is fine as long as it is in the dermis.

As opposed to the other areas of the body which has fat layers and fat underneath, there are chances of the piercing hitting the bone. A poorly executed finger piercing could also mean bone or nerve damage. Want to Heal Wounds Faster? Try E-Bandages Which Speed up Recovery.

3. Is There Any Aftercare Of Dermal Piercing?

The aftercare is also crucial which would mean you cannot soap it up and a dermal piercing will take more than a month to heal. While it heals, you must ensure that you are covering the area properly so that it heals before you knock it out of place. Also, soak the finger in warm water and salt twice a day for quick healing. Portable 3D Skin Printer Can Heal Wounds in Minutes.

If you are at all going for dermal piercing, it is important to find an expert who is skilled in this particular type of piercing. To each their own but we think we will just stick to putting a ring on it.

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