Introduction to bridge piercing

History:

The bridge piercing, also known as the nose bridge piercing or Epperle piercing, is a piercing that pierces the skin between the eyebrows. It has a long and complex history spanning different cultures and time periods.

Placement:

The bridge piercing is located at the root of the nose, below between the eyebrows. It is pierced through the skin and muscle bridge between the eyebrows, usually in line with the center of the eye.

Jewelry:

The barbells with a bar thickness of 1.2 mm used at the beginning are best suited for bridge piercings.

Healing time:

The healing time of a bridge piercing varies from person to person, but is usually between 2 and 3 months. The skin in the nose area heals more slowly than the skin in the eyebrow area. Patience and conscientious care are particularly important during the healing phase, as is careful handling of clothing and glasses. See also our piercing care guide.

Dangers and complications:

As with any piercing, there are certain risks associated with bridge piercing, such as infections, allergic reactions, inflammation and scarring. As it is a superficial piercing, there can also be rejection reactions from the body. To minimize these risks, it is essential to be pierced by a professional piercer and to use high-quality jewelry.

Recommendations for care:

• Disinfect the piercing 3-5 times a day with a suitable piercing spray. We recommend the use of our Piercing Care. We have achieved the best results with this piercing spray over the years.
• Avoid touching or pulling on the piercing. Please do not use Q-tips (cotton buds) for cleaning and use a clean handkerchief for crusts.
• Avoid make-up on and around the piercing and avoid the area around the piercing if you use face creams.
• Make sure that your hair does not touch the piercing if possible.
• If you are unsure about swelling, redness or pain, come and see us.

Additional information:

• Pain: The piercing of a bridge piercing is often described as mild, comparable to a pinching or burning sensation. However, the individual sensation of pain can vary.
• Costs: The cost of a bridge Piercing vary depending on the jewelry. Our prices start at CHF 65 including standard jewelry.
• Jewelry change: Once the piercing has healed completely, you can change the jewelry. However, it is important to use high-quality jewelry to avoid infection.

Conclusion:

Bridge piercings can be a unique and stylish eye-catcher. With the right care and precautions, you can enjoy this piercing for a long time. Do you want to get a bridge piercing? You can drop by one of our branches at any time, we always pierce piercings spontaneously and are also happy to advise you without an appointment.