Ear Piercing

[rondeau]

My mother is 79 and thinking of having her ears pierced for the first time. I worry that it might take a lot longer to heal in someone her age. Any advice?

[Sqad]

Yes it might take longer to heal.
Nothing much you can do if she has made up her mind.

[Mamyalynne]

She should go right ahead, just make sure the piercer is reputable and follows all hygiene standards.

[woofgang]

considering the ops that are done on us wrinklies these days and the amazing success rate, I would have thought the risk was small provided that she does as Mamya says and is careful about hygiene. Good on here I say!!

[boxtops]

Good on her, too, it's the sort of thing my old mum would have done!

[divegirl]

I don't know.... parents these days!!!! lol

Seriously though you may find it heals better if pierced with a needle as opposed to a gun. Do you have anywhere near you that does it like that? Tattoo parlours are more likely to offer this service over a jewellers or Claire's Accessories type place.

Good on her and good luck!

Lisa x