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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.
Body artist and founder of Piercing Experience, http://piercing.org/ and SciCan Authorized Dealer of STATIM Sterilizers and related infection control products http://statim.us/
Over ten years with ASTM and APP, Currently serving on the APP Board of Directors as International Liaison, formerly as Treasurer 1997-99.
The Point Journal of the Association of Professional Piercers, USA Today, Atlanta Journal Constitution, Atlanta Magazine, Creative Loafing
I regularly participate and teach in many APP and related body art educational programs. I keep current certifications for OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aid, and CPR.
Best Freehand Piercer, Best of Atlanta
Tens of thousands of one on one client experiences as the founder of Piercing Experience in Atlanta, GA, USA http://www.piercing.org/ *Body jewelry design and safety expert: Member ASTM committee F04(www.astm.org)and former Member AAMI (www.aami.org) Research advisor and educator for the APP for over a decade(www.safepiercing.org) teaching advanced studio setup, sterilization and equipment management, freehand piercing, aseptic/sterile technique and much more. Distributor and Body Art expert for SciCan StatIM sterilization and infection control products. http://statim.us/
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I will continue to encourage the use of proper sterilization, gentle technique and safe jewelry until nothing less is accepted by the general public. I feel learning never ends, and I will adopt any new idea, practice or widget that enriches the quality of the Piercing Experience. My present focus: education and consultation.
Anything we think we know is just the beginning. There is enough to learn about any aspect of this art and science to outlast me. The passion for taking this art and emerging science toward excellence will keep me going.
I advocate sterile technique with no clamps [freehand], and never reuse piercing equipment such as sharps, tapers, hemostats, tubes or ring expanders. Body jewelry should meet similar criteria to objects certified for human implant when used for new piercings or for extended wear [more than 24 hours] as described at http://jewelry.piercing.org/ Gentle aftercare: http://care.piercing.org/
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From what you describe, the piercing is not healed, and you should have a professional do the change for you. Where are you located? I would be pleased to refer you to a qualified professional in your
See a dermatologist for options to help you remove the scar from the old piercing that is not properly placed. When that heals, then you can have it pierced precisely where you need it. It may be possible
The piercing could be infected, and salt water mix may not be enough to help. http://care.piercing.org/ suggestions and frequent dry hot compresses should help until you can see your healthcare provider
Have you taken her to see her healthcare provider? Infection in ear piercings can progress to scarring if not carefully attended. http://care.piercing.org/ has helpful suggestions to soothe the area
It seems that you might have a problem with your jewelry. http://jewelry.piercing.org/ describes safety concerns that are important to healing. Perhaps it is too tight, or the angle of the piercing

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