They recommend solid 14-karat gold or higher, as well as implant-grade metals approved by the ASTM International or International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Clitoris Piercing: 15 FAQs on Type, Sexual Benefits

A tongue piercing officially takes six and eight weeks to completely heal. However, your individual healing process depends entirely on how you care… READ MORE However, since no two vulvas are exactly alike, Angel says these piercings are all anatomically dependent. She recommends going to an expert who can consult you and guide your placement options to determine the best for you. 1. Vertical Clitoral Hood (VCH) Searching for the perfect holiday gift for the girl who has everything? Well, look no further: Artist Orien O’ Neill has created a line of clit-themed jewelry that’s both elegant and anatomically correct! Procedures will vary by studio, but you can expect a few things when you arrive for your clitoral glans or hood piercing, according to The Axiom.

While being a member of the APP is a good start when seeking a piercer, Angel explains that members of the APP aren't "certified" by the association, nor does the association monitor the "artistic merit" of the piercer. In other words, even though your piercer is using all the proper sterilization techniques, it doesn't guarantee that they'll know the best place for a piece of jewelry. So it's important to meet with a professional who is forthcoming and listens to all your concerns. 2. Yes, you'll need to wear a condom during sex after piercing. The most popular vulva piercing done in our shop, the vertical hood piercing (VCH), not only looks great, but it has a good chance of making the wearer feel great. It is easy to sit through and heal, and adds extra stimulation for the wearer. Rumors about spontaneous orgasms from walking and other physical activities are usually exaggerated, but this piercing can undoubtedly give you a little something extra! To begin using a clit clamp, Brito recommends starting slow. "Try the clamp on your earlobe, finger tip, or other sensitive body part before you squeeze your clit with it," she suggests. Once you feel comfortable with the power of the clamp, "begin with manual stimulation, or use a vibrator to discover how your clitoris likes to be touched." If you're with a partner, Brito says to begin with oral sex. "This will ensure the blood flow is going, before you put the clamp on," she explains.

Vertical Clit Hood Piercing: 15 FAQs, Pictures, and More

While you might think a glans piercing will elicit the most pleasure, it’s not without the risk of nerve damage to the delicate part just from the procedure, even if it’s done correctly. For your partner’s benefitFor one thing, as the marketing material for Beachtails implies, you can have a bad reaction to the metal…on your vulva! That could cause puffiness and irritation, among other issues, and you probably don’t want to have to explain to your ob/gyn that your vulva is twice its normal size because you wore crotch jewelry. It can also increase your risk of vaginitis, an inflammation of the vagina that can cause discharge, itching, and pain, Dr. Shepherd says. Unlike a piercing, Beachtails move around. So there’s also a risk that the chain could actually cause an abrasion or laceration down there, or even get caught in your labia. Again, we're guessing this isn't a conversation you've been dying to have with your doctor. Evaluation. If you haven’t had a previous evaluation, your piercer will evaluate you for the type of piercing you want and the jewelry you’d like to use. Your piercer should wear gloves when touching you.