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Piercing in adolescence: what to know before letting your child do

Piercing in adolescence: what to know before letting your child do

The main goal of adolescence is the pursuit of adult identity and independence. In order for this goal to be achieved, adolescents have to undergo several transformations that occur both in the physical and emotional realms, one exerting a strong influence on the other. Children's behaviors go to the little ones being abandoned, giving way to an exploratory behavior, based on experimentation. They change the ways of speaking, of acting, of thinking, of dressing. They also change references, having friends' opinions more valuable than parents' and family members' opinions. With the world restructured and the body modified, the adolescent takes possession of his body, using it to express himself.

Haircuts and clothing are not always sufficient to manifest their new "I", making adolescents look for body adornments, among them the piercings. In general, the desire for body modification, whether with piercings or tattoos, requires a certain degree of maturity, not being common in children. Teens and young adults are among the top users. Because it is a definitive and risk-free change, it is suggested that the decision be very well thought out, searching for adequate literature and / or talking with professionals qualified to discuss the matter. Being aware of the risks associated with their use, which materials are most suitable, which recommended stud- ies, and care after placement, are key to avoiding any subsequent regrets.

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It is necessary to pay attention to the laws in force in each city, since several municipalities in Brazil prohibit children under 18 years of age from getting piercings and tattoos,

Care

Once the placement of the piercing is decided, the guidelines range from choosing the material to the hygiene of the place. Ideally, piercings are made of surgical steel, gold, titanium or niobium, to decrease the risk of contact dermatitis. After placement, the site should be rinsed 2 times daily with antiseptic soap and avoid excessive manipulation. In the case of the mouth, the use of non-alcoholic mouthwashes is recommended.

Risks

Lack of care with piercing can cause some complications, the most common of which are skin infections, which usually occur in the navel, followed of the ear and nose. An infection that affects cartilage can lead to local deformities.

In individuals with a tendency for keloids may appear, causing emotional and physical disorders once their treatment is complex, through the use of local corticosteroids, radiotherapy or even plastic surgery.

With regard to oral piercing, the main complications are: pain, swelling, difficulty speaking, fracture of the teeth, mucosal lesions.

Often people with piercing can suffer contact dermatitis triggered by allergy to the material of the adornment. , hypersalivation, bad breath, inflammation of the gums and aspiration or swallowing of the piercing.

In the case of nasal piercing, aspiration and swallowing as well as lesions and bruising in the nasal septum may also occur.


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