Getting a New Piercing: What to Know Before You Book

Thinking about a new piercing but not sure where to start? Whether it's your first or your fifteenth, here's what you need to know before booking with our piercers at Mor Ink Tattoo & Piercing in Oshawa.

Choosing the Right Piercing

From classic lobes to more advanced placements like industrials, daiths, and septums, the right piercing depends on your ear or facial anatomy as much as your personal style. Our piercers take the time to look at your anatomy and talk through placement options before anything is marked or pierced, so the result actually suits you.

Does It Hurt? A Realistic Guide

Pain is subjective, but generally speaking, fleshier areas like lobes and navels are the most comfortable, while cartilage piercings such as conch, rook, and industrial involve more pressure since they go through denser tissue. Septum piercings have a reputation for being painful, but many clients say it's a quick, manageable pinch rather than intense pain. Whatever you're considering, your piercer can walk you through exactly what to expect for your specific placement.

Jewelry Matters

Quality jewelry makes a real difference in healing. We use implant-grade materials designed to reduce irritation and support proper healing, especially important for fresh piercings that will be in place for months during the healing process.

Healing and Aftercare

Healing times vary widely by placement, from a few weeks for lobes to several months for cartilage. The basics stay the same across the board: keep it clean with a saline solution, avoid touching it with unwashed hands, and don't change the jewelry too early. We'll walk you through exact aftercare instructions specific to your piercing before you leave.

Book Your Piercing

Our full piercing menu covers everything from ear and nose piercings to more advanced placements, all done with quality jewelry and real care for your comfort. Check out our Piercings page for pricing, or reach out with any questions before you book.