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Post by rindbalo on Apr 14, 2017 17:15:44 GMT
Hey everyone, this is my first time posting here so I apologize in advance for any mistakes! I'm wondering if it's possible for me to implant a ring disk on the surface of my nape - something flat like this in overall shape: www.asham.com/images/product/hard-ano-coated-ring-disk-17-2976_r%5B1000x1000%5D.jpg. I've been reading all over the internet for how I might do this, but am as lost as I was on day one! Is it possible for me to do this in a way that is permanent, the same way other piercings are? One way I can imagine this working is for the ring disk to have prongs underneath that dig into the nape, but I'm not sure if that would be permanent - and also I'm not sure if it would stay there or be rejected. Thank you so, so much!
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Post by PiercedOff on Apr 14, 2017 17:27:21 GMT
There are a few body mod artists that do silicone implants. Samppa is one of them, I'm sure other people on the boards can suggest others (I can't remember any off the top of my head). You'd be best contacting someone like him to ask. I know I've seen implants done along the top of the chest/collarbone - not sure how much more movement you'd get in the nape or how that would affect it.
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Post by dylanwhat on Apr 14, 2017 18:08:18 GMT
I don't reckon you'd be able to have the surface of the ring showing as an implant. You could probably commission a ring disc in titanium custom made for a transdermal or surface anchor attachment with the thread on the edge of the ring and then place the anchor in slightly off centre so the ring itself looks centred on your nape. I know dysmorphic body art in Lyon do custom transdermal attachments out of implant grade materials.
Surface anchors are fairly temporary piercings so you'd probably want to go for a transdermal, so talking to Samppa would be a good idea
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Post by lishd on Apr 14, 2017 18:50:02 GMT
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Post by rindbalo on Apr 15, 2017 2:54:11 GMT
All of the advice makes a lot of sense, thank you! I actually went to the local shop today, and asked the employees at the local shop how long surface piercings last. They mentioned that it single point piercings can last upwards of 7 years, and that surface bars can last even longer. Does that number sound right? dylanwhat, you mentioned surface anchors were "fairly temporary." I also have to apologize, I don't totally know the difference between a surface anchor and a transdermal transplant, they seem fairly similar as described online. Yes, surface tunnels do look very close to what I am envisioning, if not exactly what I'm looking for. I am a bit anxious about having something like that done, though - the article seems to mention that the concept is relatively new, and the implant looks quite deep. Are there alternatives to this - such by custom creating a disk ring with a couple of needles protruding from the bottom, and planting that onto my nape? Or will that slide off quickly? Again, I'm sorry if any of these questions sound stupid or basic!
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Post by chantrierimoon on Apr 15, 2017 6:55:57 GMT
Apologies in advanced for the novel I'm about to write: A transdermal anchor is placed by creating a scalpel incision where the jewelry will be visibly placed, and a second incision away from that site. The second incision is used to maneuver a tool under the skin towards the first incision (essentially creating a long tunnel) at which point the jewelry is slid under that skin tunnel then popped up through the first incision. The foot on the base of a transdermal anchor is large and thus pretty secure. Microdermal surface anchors were created as a less invasive method that offers the same or similar visual results. They are placed by creating a small pocket with either a needle, o-needle, or dermal punch (depending on piercer's preferred method), then that tiny pocket is held open with an insertion taper so the piercer can slip the small foot of the anchor base into place. Because they are easier to get in, they're also easier to get out in most peoples' experiences. And by get out, I do mean either intentionally removing it, or your body rejecting it. To say a surface anchor can last upwards of 7 years is very optimistic, even when they are pierced in ideal circumstances (good location with low range of motion, careful attention to aftercare, no lifestyle hazards). Personally, while I do have one that is currently 6 years old and has given me no trouble, I most typically see microdermal surface anchors last anywhere from a couple months to a couple years. The few transdermal anchors I've seen held up wonderfully. Something to consider with the nape, is that any kind of surface piercing or anchor is going to be subject to a wide range of motion in an area that is difficult for you to keep a close eye on as any problems may arise, unless you live with someone willing to look at it for you. For example, when we do surface bar piercings on napes, we never do them in a vertical position, the length is usually no more than 3/4", and we have to use a rounded bar rather than a flattened bar (like would be used for say, a sternum surface bar) so that the jewelry can roll with your tissue as you bend your neck. The base on a skin tunnel has a very flattened edge. With all that being said, a skin tunnel absolutely sounds like the best method to achieve what you are looking for-- but I'd be cautious of the diameter of it so you don't limit that range of motion. Implants can also lead to wearing down of the tissue or bone underneath overtime. If you are hoping for something permanent but are cautious about this new concept with little anecdotes to back it, I would honestly urge you to consider finding a tattoo artist specializing in 3D realism to mimic this effect.
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