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Brian Skellie

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I can answer questions in regards to and not limited to: jewelry safety, specifically material, shape, proportion, and related issues; aseptic technique and sterilization as it applies to piercing safety; ethical issues of technique and bedside manner; the aftercare and recovery process for piercings. *Available for consultation.

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2010-07-28 Wrist micro dermal won't heal:

Try gentler care, as described at http://care.piercing.org/ with dry hot compresses instead of wet to soothe the area. Often piercings that are too moist get irritated. Whitish lymph is normal with

2010-07-21 problem with cartilage piercing:

Try gentle aftercare suggestions described at http://care.piercing.org/ to soothe the area with a cold compress, and stop by the studio for a free consultation and to have the jewelry adjusted if needed

2010-07-21 Major ear trouble:

Stop by the studio or see your healthcare provider for further help if it does not get better quickly. http://care.piercing.org gentle aftercare suggestions should help. Ice contrasted with hot compresses

2010-07-20 Tragus shrinking:

Make sure that your jewelry meets http://jewelry.piercing.org/ quality and safety standards before you try it on. If the jewelry is smaller, the piercing will likely shrink on it's own if given time

2010-07-20 Infected Microdermal Anchor:

It seems that the infection has spread, and it could be from contaminated water that you have bathed with if you are traveling. Continue your prescription and try http://care.piercing.org/ gentle aftercare

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