What Kind of Jewellery Is Used For Rook Piercings?
After getting a rook piercing, your piercer will likely give you one of two different types of curved barbells to accommodate any initial swelling. "Most of the time classic curved barbells are used with or without gem options," Rose said. "Another version of a curved piece your piercer may suggest is a J-curved barbell based off of your anatomy or jewellery choices. A J-curved barbell has slightly more angle at one end and may be suggested depending on the shape of your ear and depth of the tissue."
J-curves, as Rose explains, sit at a different angle and allow the piercing to be more visible.
What's the Best Way to Take Care of a Fresh Rook Piercing?
You should take care of a rook piercing in almost the same way that you would any other piercing: by cleaning it with a saline solution two times a day and making sure you're leaving it alone otherwise.
"The most important thing is not touching the area to keep any bacteria from contaminating the piercing, and just use sterile saline and nothing else," Rose said. "There's no need to twist, spin, or rotate the jewellery."
Additionally, you should refrain from putting any added pressure on the area, as it may lead to a longer healing process.
"Be careful when talking on the phone to not hit your piercing, or when using headphones," Rose said. "After getting any piercing, you also want to wait until it's fully healed prior to submerging it into any water." If your piercing gets infected, you should consult a doctor or a dermatologist as soon as possible.