BODY PIERCING
AFTER CARE INSTRUCTIONS



Each time body piercing is performed the client (and if applicable, the parent, managing conservator, or guardian) shall recieve oral and written instructions on the care of the area pierced

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE AFTER CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
    BODY PIERCING after-care instructions:
  1. Properly cleanse the pierced area by using antibacterial or antimicrobial soap for the external skin and or an antiseptic or carbamide peroxide mouthwash for oral cavity;
  2. For at least the first two to six weeks, minimize exposure to the sun, and discourage swimming in fresh, salt, or chlorinated water;
  3. Use sterile bandage(s) or other sterile dressing(s) when necessary;
  4. The client shall consult a health care practitioner at the first sign of infection or an allergic reaction, and report any diagnosed infection, allergic reaction, or adverse reaction resulting from the body piercing to the artist and the the Texas Department of State Health Services, Drugs and Medical Devices Group, at 1-888-839-6676


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