Vertical labret is a puncture of the lower lip in the center. To perform the labret, you should choose a qualified specialist who has good skills in working with this type of jewelry, because a beginner may form the channel incorrectly.
What is this
This is a rather rare, but very original type of piercing, which is not in great demand among fans of body modifications due to an impressive list of potential complications and rather high pain. The indisputable advantage of such a labret is the fact that the puncture site is almost completely devoid of large blood vessels. With such an operation, the likelihood of severe bleeding and facial expression disorders is excluded.
The vertical labret of the lip is carried out from the bottom up, exactly in the center and perpendicular. At the time of the puncture, the needle is inserted into the area of the base of the lower lip, passes through its entire thickness strictly at the upper point in the middle. True, in this case, both ends of the decoration will be visible. No less popular is another puncture method, in which the outlet is placed inside the mouth - where the metal decor will not be.touch your teeth and damage them. In this case, only one tip of the decoration remains visible.
Features of the vertical labret of the lower lip
Most often, such a puncture is preferred by girls, because on men's lips it looks inappropriate and very ridiculous. The main advantage of this piercing lies in the visual increase in the volume of the lips. The shiny details of the decoration visually make them more magnificent, sensual, expressive, puffy.
It is very important to install the earring in such a way that its clasp does not touch the teeth or does it as rarely as possible. Indeed, due to friction against metal, tooth enamel gradually begins to collapse, as a result of which, instead of beautiful lips, the girl becomes the owner of caries.
The vertical labret is not suitable for those who wear braces to correct bite and align teeth. Products will greatly interfere with each other and constantly cling, causing discomfort.
Features of the procedure
This puncture is quite painful, and not everyone is ready to endure such sensations for the sake of beauty.
The procedure itself is not particularly difficult. But for those who decide to decorate their lips with such a piercing, it is worth remembering that any violation of the integrity of the skin requires compliance with strict sanitary standards. So you should not take up business at home, it is better to go to a specialized office or a tattoo parlor with a good reputation. At the same time, it is desirable to takeattention reviews, skill level of the master, the cost of the service in the institution and the choice of earrings.
A competent specialist will tell you about the features of the procedure at the preliminary consultation, help you choose the appropriate jewelry material, clarify the absence of all kinds of contraindications, and only after that will set the date for the puncture.
How the process goes
How exactly is the puncture performed? The vertical labret is made in several stages:
- You, together with the master, choose a piece of jewelry from the assortment of the salon or bring it with you.
- The specialist advises you regarding certain prohibitions and rules for caring for a puncture after the procedure.
- Tools and earring are placed in an autoclave for sterilization.
- After all the necessary devices have been processed, the intended puncture site is lubricated with an antiseptic inside and out.
- Markup is done to maintain aesthetics and geometry.
- With the help of surgical punches, the lip is slightly pinched and pulled back.
- With a sharp needle, the master makes a neat puncture, immediately after which he inserts the jewelry and fixes it.
- The puncture is being disinfected.
Keep in mind that a sterile needle must be used in the process, the packaging of which will be opened in your presence. In addition, rubber gloves must be worn at all times.
The manipulation itself lasts less than a minute.
Contraindications
Vertical labret - piercing, which is a minimally invasive procedure. It has a number of limitations to conduct in people with certain pathologies and characteristics. The main prohibition applies to those who suffer from skin diseases and herpes on the lips. Such surgical interventions cannot be performed during exacerbations of colds, infectious and viral diseases.
When it is forbidden to make a vertical labret, as well as other punctures:
- Defects of the blood vessels. Due to problems with the blood, the healing of the damage takes a long time and is often accompanied by various complications.
- Pregnancy period. The contraindication is not categorical, but such an intervention is undesirable for the body of a woman carrying a child.
- Weakened immunity. In this case, rejection of the earring is possible.
- Insulin-dependent form of diabetes mellitus.
- Stomatitis, caries, periodontal disease and other pathologies of the oral cavity.
- Malignant tumors in the body.
- Chronic malformations, entailing deviations in the functioning of internal organs.
- Psychological disorders, epileptic seizures and traumatic brain injuries.
Objectively assess your he alth and do not try to hide the problems from the master. After all, it is on this that the procedure, the duration of the wound healing and the development of all kinds of complications, such as inflammation or rejection of the jewelry, largely depend.
How to take care of a piercing
If you become the owner of a vertical labret, you should remember that the wound needs special care. After all, the oral cavity is the place where numerous bacteria and food debris accumulate. So experts recommend paying special attention to mouth rinses using special antiseptic and regenerating compounds.
Don't forget about other care rules.
- To speed up the healing process, be sure to treat the mucous membrane with Stomatitis, Miramistin or other antiseptic medical solutions. This should be done in the mornings, evenings and after every meal.
- The jewelry can accumulate ichor, dirt, blood and grease. That is why during the first few weeks you should systematically clean the earring with a cotton swab dipped in Chlorhexidine.
- On the first day after the procedure, it is necessary to exclude contact with running water. Then it is advisable to lubricate the wound for several more days with a greasy cream or ointment, for example, "Rescuer", to prevent contamination.
- It is strictly forbidden to paint the injured area of the skin and apply cosmetics to it.
- For the first few days, the area near the wound may remain swollen and reddened - this is normal. To eliminate the swelling that has appeared, you can use compresses with Miramistin.
Choiceornaments for a vertical labret in the lower lip
This type of piercing is good because you can use various decorative elements for it. The range of products is very wide. Various materials are used for the production of jewelry, but it is best to give preference to an earring made of special medical alloys, precious metals (silver, gold) or bioplastic - one of the types of silicone that is very comfortable to wear in winter.
The labret itself is a kind of rod on which a threaded ball is screwed. The length of the decorative element can vary from 5 to 20 mm, and the diameter of the rod can vary from 1-1.5 mm.
What else you need to know
An experienced master will choose the optimal length of the rod, taking into account the thickness of the client's lip. After all, due to the wrong selection of jewelry, all sorts of problems can await you. So, if the labret is too short, it will dig into the skin, while increasing the risk of its ingrowth. And a bar that is too long can touch the teeth, damaging the enamel and injuring the gums.
You can get acquainted with the most beautiful and successful piercing options in the photo of a vertical labret.
Consequences
According to statistics, in about 30% of cases, such a piercing leads to the development of various complications.
The most common consequence is infection and inflammation. If an infection has penetrated into a fresh wound, then the client should increase the number of antiseptic treatments and systematically do compresses. If there is severe swelling or suppuration, you should consult a doctor.
The main cause of inflammation is often improper care and inappropriate product material. Earrings that are too small or too heavy can cause similar problems.
