Curious about rook piercings? We’ll cover information about where the rook is located, the cost of the rook, the rook piercing size, jewelry styles like the trendy rook piercing ring and how the rook piercing heals.
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So, what exactly is a rook piercing? It is a unique cartilage piercing located along the inner ear ridge. This ridge hosts various piercings, and the rook is specifically placed at the top curve, just above the daith. Unlike some other piercings, the rook piercing passes through the inner ridge of the ear's cartilage, entering from one side and exiting on the same side. It does not penetrate through to the back of the ear
A professional piercer will use a hollow needle to pierce through the cartilage ridge of your ear. You may hear a small pop or crunch sound as the needle goes through, but that's perfectly normal for cartilage piercings.
Your initial jewelry will be a curved barbell. Your piercer will choose a longer size to accommodate for potential swelling, which you can downsize later.
How much is a rook piercing? The cost can vary based on the piercing shop, the location, the piercer's experience and the jewelry you choose. A rook piercing's price is usually between $30 to $80, not including the cost of your jewelry. Opt for high-quality material like implant-grade titanium for smoother healing.
You might be wondering, how painful is a rook piercing? Pain levels differ from person to person for this type of ear piercing. People generally consider rook piercings to be more painful, which is typical for cartilage piercings. Choosing an experienced and reputable piercer who can guide you through what to expect is key.
Another important thing to consider is how long does a rook piercing take to heal? Because a rook piercing goes through cartilage, the healing time is typically around 6 to 12 months, sometimes longer. During this time, keeping up with aftercare is crucial.
You should clean your piercing twice a day with saline spray, but otherwise avoid touching it. Always wash your hands before cleaning.
Avoid bodies of water like pools and beaches. Don't sleep on the piercing. Use a donut pillow to prevent pressure on your ear when sleeping. You may also need to avoid wearing headphones and earbuds, as well as certain kinds of hats that could touch or put pressure on your piercing.
You may notice some crust buildup, and that's normal. Just like a scab, don't pick at them, and they will go away on their own.
Your piercer will provide detailed aftercare instructions tailored to your needs. If you notice any signs of infection or have other worrying complications, talk with your piercer or see a medical professional immediately.
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Wait until your piercing fully heals before changing out your jewelry. It can be tempting to change it sooner, especially if you've found some cute rook piercing jewelry, but don't. To downsize your initial rook piercing barbell, go back to your piercer and they will help you.
Cartilage piercings can be tricky to remove, so a great option is to let your piercer help you. They'll teach you how to take a rook piercing out on your own.
The rook piercing gauge size is typically 16g, but it can vary depending on the gauge you were pierced with. Rook piercing jewelry comes in various styles, including curved barbells and small rings such as clickers or captives. These styles are sometimes referred to colloquially as rook piercing bars or rook piercing hoops.
Let your piercer know what kind of jewelry you plan to wear so they can give you the best piercing placement. Ask your piercer what gauge, length or diameter you wear to make it easier to shop.
Before getting a rook piercing, there are a couple of things to consider.
For starters, do you already have any other ear piercings? Your anatomy determines if you can have both a forward helix and rook piercing in the same ear. It also determines if you can have a daith and rook piercing in the same ear. Your piercer will let you know if your ears can accommodate all these at once.
Also, consider how often you wear headphones, or if you are a side sleeper. You may need to make some changes to avoid putting pressure on your piercing, especially while it heals.
Remember, individual anatomy varies, and your eligibility for a rook piercing depends on your specific ear structure. Your piercer will assess if your inner ear ridge is well-defined enough to support the piercing. If not, you could consider getting a fake or flat rook piercing, which uses a labret for a similar look.
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