What Is A Helix Piercing?
A helix piercing is a piercing in the helix or upper ear (cartilage) for the purpose of inserting and wearing a pierce of jewelry (captive bead ring or stud). The piercing is made by a hollow piercing needle. The needle is pushed through the cartilage and kept there while the jewelry is added. This can be painful, depending on the persons pain threshold. Bleeding and swelling are expected after the piercing process, especially if the jewelry is bumped or snagged with hair or clothing. Piercing guns are not used much as there is a high risk of shattering the cartilage, infection and sudden shock to the ear. Healing time 4-12 months.
