Apart from the piercing design of your choice, —we know there’s more to snake bite piercing to learn about before taking the plunge. With so many types of body modifications out there, it’s a tad overwhelming that they come in different styles for the different parts of the body. And so with different aftercare preparations. In this article, you will be provided tips, aftercare instructions, and some cool examples of Snake Bite piercings to help you decide.

What is Snake Bite Piercing?

A snake bite piercing consists of a pair of horizontal lower lip jewelry fixed separately and symmetrically on the left and right side of the lower lip. Whereas other piercings like the viper piercing which places the pair of studs on just one side of the lower lip. The snake bite piercing got its name from the way the two piercings imitate the bite marks of a snake.

 

Before Getting A Snake Bite Piercing

All prep rules apply when you make some physical changes on your body, — the painful pleasures of lip piercings are no exception. Knowing that this type of piercing is literally close to the teeth and gum, the chances of infection is high. Consequently, you need to measure your comfort level about how much attention you can give to your piercing while it’s healing. Some people cannot handle two piercings done at the same time.

Few more things to consider, snake bite piercings leave bad scars, is that okay with you? How about the nature of your work? Will it hurt your career? So, before you make any decisions to get a needle to plunge through your lips, you should take your time to think of the reasons why you want it and why it’s okay to have it. And if you’re hunting for a Professional piercer in your area, make sure you check for reviews or ask for recommendations.

What To Expect About The Procedure

For the initial piercing, the piercer will insert a longer bar or a wider in diameter lip ring than you will want to wear. The purpose is to provide enough room for your lip to swell while healing. We find that circular barbells or captive rings would be the safer options, softer and more flexible than steel lip rings. Not everyone has the same pain threshold, either way, you braved it. For starters, studs are better to choose because they are less likely to get knocked around during the healing stage.

Smaller gauges would mean larger hole to perforate. Traditionally, 14g is the gauge measurement recommended for men, while 16g is considered better for women. The piercer uses a special needle with a catheter to create the holes. The catheter is left after the needle is removed to easily insert the jewelry in place.

However, chewing and brushing your teeth can become quite painful during the first several weeks. If it’s too tight, it can result in gum recession. While a stud too long may scrape against the bottom row of your teeth, it can cause a possible enamel erosion or worse, —tooth fracture.

Hence, the jewelry is inserted right where fluids of what you eat and drink naturally linger. So, the proper size should make the stud easy to move and remove when cleaning, which is why the width, length, and spacing in the hoop of the jewelry is crucial. By the time the piercing is completely healed, your piercer can replace the bar with a shorter one and use your labret stud for a snug fit.

Get The Basic Necessities Prior

Before your appointment, you should have everything you need after the piercing is done. Remember, it is a needle passing through a thick piece of flesh. Your lips will feel numbness and slightly painful discomfort. Instead of rushing into the stores to purchase your piercing’s aftercare needs, you would rather give your sore lips a rest at home.

The products you need are germicidal soaps, non-iodized sea salt, a pre-made sterile saline solution made for wound care, Q-tips, and cotton balls. Popular products for oral piercing are H2Ocean Arctic Ocean Rinse Mouthwash and H2Ocean Piercing Aftercare Spray to help to ease any lingering pain.

Snake Bite Piercing Aftercare Tips

Do not underestimate the importance of overall health. Above everything else, any healing process relies on how you take care of your body. Managing your stress, staying hydrated, and getting enough sleep means faster healing time. Here are the important reminders in getting yourself familiar with all the potential problems you may encounter after your piercing.

• Resist The Temptation To Play With Your Piercing.

This can’t be stressed any other way. The only time you need to touch your piercing is when it needs cleaning. Other than that, hands off! Even when it’s crusting, don’t twist the hoop or stud because doing so will only prolong the healing time.

• Daily Cleaning & Rinsing

Unlike other piercings that only requires twice a day of cleaning and rinsing, piercings fixed on the oral side need it every after a meal and before bedtime. Recommended use of alcohol-free, antibacterial sea salt mouthwash is three-five times daily. Furthermore, don’t forget to rinse it with water after the mouthwash to get rid of salt residue. Albeit, it’s not a good idea to overdo it as it may irritate the piercing.

• Bring Your On-The-Go Cleaning Solution

Since it’s a must for your healing piercing to be free from tiny food particles, it helps to bring an oral rinse with you wherever you go. Make a mixture of ¼ teaspoon of sea salt to a cup of hot water, store it in a water bottle. The sterile saline solution serves as your on-the-go mouthwash whenever you’re not at home. It’s even better if you let it cool in the fridge. Cold rinsing is more effective in soothing pain or itch during the healing stage.

• Two 5-Minute Sea Salt Solution Soaks Daily

You will also use the same sea salt and water mixture to clean the outside of the piercing. Just dunk a cotton ball in the saline solution and gently press it against the wound area. Repeat the steps for five minutes, changing with a freshly-soaked cotton ball every after 30 seconds. Brushing the teeth is still an important practice to stay hygienic, but we suggest using a mint-free toothpaste to prevent discomfort on the wound.

• Use Tea-Tree Oil Enhanced Sea Salt Solution

Using this product is optional but a convenient moisturizer and antiseptic in case the skin around the outside of your piercing is drying and starts to crack. The thin texture of this solution is what sets it apart from the balms and creams. It will not clog your piercing and trap in bacteria inside the wound.

• Skip The Swimming Weekends & Getaways

Just think of it as one of the random moments wherein you have to take a break from enjoying a plunge in any communal water. The pools, lakes, or even the sea can cause a problem with your healing wound. It’s a high precaution never to do while you have a healing piercing. Although this is just temporary, contamination rhymes with infection for a reason.

• No Kissing

Apparently, there is a need for you to abstain for a minimum of three weeks after getting your lip pierced. This rule is for all types of oral piercings because the microbes in saliva can cause inflammation and more unpleasant effects.

• Take Vitamins B and Zinc

The main role of zinc is to promote tissue growth, while vitamin B supports the movement of that growth, both are very vital in wound healing. Piercings may not be for you if you are suffering from zinc deficiency. Wounds take longer to heal than what is considered normal for those with zinc problems.

• Smoke Or Not To Smoke?

Cigarettes contain irritants and dry out lip piercings which can cause itching and inflammation, —any allergic reactions won’t be a pleasant experience. What we suggest is to start cutting down on smoking a week before the procedure. By doing so, your skin can adapt easily to the piercing during the healing stage. Saves you from trouble!

• Food Plan During The Healing Period

In the next two weeks, it’s advised to stay away from sour, salty, sweet and spicy food. Otherwise, it will get into your piercing and you will end up suffering from the disturbing burning sensation. Therefore, you need to stick to meals that are manageable to eat. From meal-replacement drinks, smoothies to soup-based meals. Macaroni and cheese to those fall-off-the-bone meats. The best part is you will enjoy the soothing benefits of ice cream and yogurt to comfort the wound.

If you cannot stand soft foods too long and will want to get your mouth on a tasty pizza, you may do so. But, you will need to take small bites, chew your food slowly and carefully to avoid affecting the pierced areas. Temporarily, eat it the French way.

• Skip Alcoholic And Caffeinated Beverages

If you are not a fan of any kind of booze, perfect! But if you are a drinker, you have to make a temporary sacrifice for your snake bite piercing. While alcoholic beverages such as brandy disinfect, it’s also very acidic, —capable of destroying skin cells and thinning the blood that helps heal the wound normally.

• In case Of Infection

Sometimes, despite your best efforts to prevent infection, things can go wrong. The worst-case scenario is if the stinging pain and redness don’t go away. The swelling normally takes three to five days seems longer than normal, do not touch it. Removing the jewelry WHILE it is infected can seal in the infection and can lead to a bigger problem. Let your piercer remove the piercing.

Alternatively, you may have the option to use BioPlast labret studs or rings with dental-grade acrylic balls as your starter lip jewelry while it’s healing. They are way gentler on the gums and teeth compared to its metal labret counterparts. These are flexible, so it doesn’t stress the lips when your lips are moving.

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Sexiest Snake Bites Piercing Types And Ideas

Okay, there are so many cool snake bite piercing jewelry options available, —not just limited to labret studs and rings alone. Below are the hottest snake bite piercing ideas for you to choose from.

 

Who says you can’t bring down the Andromeda Galaxy onto your lips? These celestial inspired snake bite piercing designs are meant to shine. Whether it’s Opal, Rhinestone or Amethyst, crystals are a great addition to any inked sassy girl.

Rhinestone Vertical Snake Bites Piercings

5 Pc Set Opal Internally Threaded Piercing

Pink Crystal Snake Bite Stud

Square Swarovski Snake Bite Stud

Aurora Borealis Center Flower Labret

Blue Fire Opal Bronze

3mm Amethyst Labret Stud

Lips adorned with gold pieces of jewelry are like vitamins to fashion nowadays. Hot chicks know they should use them liberally. Just like these two gold snake bite piercing ideas.

14K Solid Yellow Gold Spike

Gold Small Septum Horseshoe

 

It’s not just limited to various crystals or various polished grayish metals. A pop of colors sets you apart from the seemingly feisty image of lip piercings. Kiss a rainbow!

Labret Piercing Flower Bioplast Bioflex

Candy Colors Horseshoe Barbell Piercing

Tiny Flower Push in 16 Gauge Bio Flexible

 

The classic black’s popularity is far from backing down. It may have that strange look, but it also has that sexy edge to it. Especially for this with pink lips.

Black Swarovski Crystal

Black Crystal Surgical Steel

 

For the pros who mastered the art and fashion of lip piercings. As well as the practice of good oral hygiene, — the double you braved, the hotter you are! Not everyone will take on, on the doubles.

Snake Bites Piercing Paired With Venom Bites

Snake Bites Rings With Vertical Labret

Double Snake Bites Piercings

Medusa With Snake Bites

Titanium Internally Threaded Coned Labrets with Steel Slave Ball

Making a statement while keeping it simple means to form a shape. Both men and women easily turn more heads than others with this style. It also doesn’t demand what outfit to match it with!

Spike Studs Snake Bites Piercings

Circular Barbell Horseshoe

Rook Labret Curved Barbell

Triangle Bite Piercing

Twister Cartilage Ring