Piercings
Ear Piercings By Nurse Holly
All piercings at Med 44 Arcadia are done with care and intention—just as they should be. Each piercing is thoughtfully placed by Nurse Holly to suit your anatomy and complement your existing jewelry for a balanced and cohesive look.
Lobe
The lobe is the soft, lower part of the ear and a versatile spot for experimenting with a variety of piercings.
Healing Time
- 2-4 Months
Helix (Cartilage)
Located on the inner ridge of the upper ear between the forward helix and the lobe, this piercing is very popular among our patients.
Healing Time
- 6-12 Months
Conch
The conch sits in the middle of the inner ear, offering a bold look when adorned with hoops that span the inner and outer ear. It's also the perfect spot for studs.
Healing Time
- 6-12 Months
Tragus
The tragus is the small flap of cartilage in front of the ear canal, a perfect spot to highlight delicate rings or studs.
Healing Time
- 6-12 Months
Upper Lobe
An upper lobe piercing is placed higher on the earlobe, typically placed closer to the fold of the ear where your ear cartilage begins.
Healing Time
- 6-12 Weeks
FAQ
We use a sterile, single use hollow needle for all piercings. Needles are the safest and most precise method, allowing for precise placement and optimal healing. We do not use piercing guns, as they can cause unnecessary trauma to the tissue.
You may experience slight swelling, redness, tenderness, or light bleeding. This is completely normal for the first few days. Even once your piercing looks healed on the outside, it is still healing internally. Most lobe piercings take about 6–8 weeks to heal, while cartilage piercings (helix, conch, tragus, etc.) can take up to a year.
This is dependent on the location of your piercing. If you got your lobe/upper lobe pierced wait about 6-8 weeks. For cartilage, helix, tragus 12 months. Only change your jewelry once your piercing is fully healed and there is no redness, pain, or swelling.
Yes, some soreness, redness, or mild swelling is normal for the first few days to a week after getting a piercing. This is part of your body’s natural healing process.
We offer two jewelry options to suit your preference, fine jewelry and implant grade titanium. Pricing depends on your jewelry choice and piercing type.
Yes, closed piercing holes can be re-pierced or reopened, often in the same spot or right above.
Yes, you can get multiple piercings in one appointment! Many patients choose to curate their look by getting two or more piercings at the same time. That said, we typically recommend no more than 4 piercings per visit to allow for proper healing and to avoid overwhelming your body.
