• Pricing for piercing services. This can range anywhere from $40 to more than $100. Depending on the complexity of the job or the delicate nature of the tissue, some piercings cost more.
• The cost of jewelry. Gold, diamond, or platinum can cost hundreds of dollars, while titanium or steel can cost as little as $15.
• Tip for your piercer. At least 20 percent – if not more – should be left for your piercer.

How is this piercing done?

During your piercing, you can expect:

1. Sterilize the area by putting on sterile gloves and washing it.
2. Mark where the needle will enter and exit with a marker.
3. The needle should be pushed into the entry hole and out of the exit hole. When they insert the needle, you will probably be asked to breathe in and out slowly.
4. When inserting jewelry, hold the skin gently with forceps.
5. Make sure the area is clean and bandaged.

Will it hurt?

Depending on the circumstances. The pain of some may be less intense than that of others.

The location of the piercing makes a huge difference. The glans, for example, have more nerve endings than the foreskin.

What risks are associated with this piercing?

Talk to your piercer about the following possibilities:

• injuring your partner’s genitals during sex
• increased risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
• urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• infection at the piercing site
• tissues rejecting the piercing

How long does it take to heal?

Typically, a penis piercing heals within three months. The healing process may take longer if you do not follow your piercer’s aftercare instructions.

During the first few days, you may experience mild pain and swelling as well as light bleeding.

As part of the healing process, this is normal.

If you experience these symptoms, you should consult your piercer:

• yellow or green pus
• skin that’s hot to the touch
• fever

How to clean and care for your piercing

It is crucial that you clean your piercing properly to ensure its success.