So I'm getting my nipples pierced ...

[ConnorSB]

My friend pierced his own ear, did it in the bathroom one night with a big needle and then an earring. It got really infected, and he almost lost his hearing in that ear. So, umm... dont do it yourself, or you wont be able to hear out of that nipple.

 

[LightPhoenix]

Hadn't had the procedure myself. Nor done significant research on it. However, I've heard significant amounts of anecdotal evidence that there can be significant, even total, loss of sensation over time. This is only an important point if you care about that sensation, of course.

As have I, which is why I cautioned that it be looked into.

And quite frankly, male or female (though I'm the former), I'd definitely care about the sensation of the nipple, as it's one of the most erogenous zones of the body, with only your privates and possibly anus in front of it. Even more so in women than in men.

 

[Dirigible]

Basically, the piercer pulls your nipple away from your body with clamps, then runs a sharp awl through each side of your nipple.

BFG, you say the sweetest things...

 

[Ranger REG]

I can never understand the allure or piercing one's nipple. Granted, it is one of the many errogenous zones in the human body but do you want to feel aroused in that body part 24/7?

 

[Pseudonym]

Thanks for all the advice and commentary.

After copious online research, and a long chat with the guy doing the piercing, as well as a few of the people he had pierced in the past, I got them both done.

The procedure was surprisingly less painful than I had expected, and considerably quicker. I experienced more pain having the tribal band tattooed on my arm. On the whole, a pretty good experience all around.

So far the only down side is having to force myself to sleep on my back, as I prefer to lie on my stomach. They are healing nicely, so if that's the only down side than I can definately deal with it.

That being said, I think I'm all set as far as piercings go. Nipple rings I can cover with a shirt, others would present a problem with the more appearance minded folks in my profession.

As to the nipple sensitivity issue, I haven't noticed much of a change, diminished or increased. At this point I pass off the slight increase to the fact that I am still healing. We'll see in a month or so.

It's been a very educational experience all around. I've discovered more about body modification than I ever thought I would, and I picked up a few interesting facts about niobium alloys, should it ever come up in conversation.

On the whole, a great experience.

 

[Crothian]

IT's really good to hear that afterwards you think it's great. I know a few people who have had piercings nad afterwards they regreted it.

 

[Dirigible]

...I know a few people who have had piercings nad afterwards they regreted it.

OH GOD THE PAIN!!!

Wait, is that a mistyping of 'and'?
Umm, nevermind, then.
*phew*

 

[Angcuru]

Definitely one of the more un-expected topics I've seen on these boards.

Glad it worked out, tho. I've known people who've had various piercings in many different places. And heard many horror stories of what happened when they didn't follow the instructions given to them.

 

[BigFreekinGoblinoid]

BFG, you say the sweetest things...

Thanks, we goblinoids are all about decorum and tact! The ironic part is that I only got my nipple pierced ( years ago - it's gone & the hole closed now ) 'cuz I was bored while my buddy was getting a tattoo done, and the chick doing the deed was a hottie. Idiot thing to do.

Pseudonym ( if that is your real name ! ) - Congrats & Goodluck. Be extra careful in the shower. That is where I had some problems with it coming out before it was supposed to.

 

[the Jester]

Glad to hear it worked out! I've had many friends with pierced nipples (one or both, and both men and women) and they've all really enjoyed them. Never heard any complaints about lost sensation, and several of them were total sensate sluts, so I imagine I would have if there were any problems.

Anyhow, hope the healing goes well!