Clitoris Piercing
The clitoris is very sensitive, and this is not an advisable piercing for most women.
Anatomically, the clitoris has to be large enough to support the body jewelry and avoid being constricted by the clitoral hood tissue. Piercing a clitoris that is too small could result in serious nerve damage as a result of improper placement. The larger percent of the population of women are not suitable for this piercing.
Providing that the clitoris is large enough to be pierced safely, and is exposed (sticks out) rather than hooded (covered over with layer of skin), it can be pierced either vertically or horizontally with a barbell or captive bead ring. Vertical piercing only should be done on a hooded clitoris, to prevent turning of the jewelry, although piercing a hooded clitoris is really not advisable at all. 16 - 14 gauge jewelry is the most commonly used for clitoral piercings
If you are considering this piercing, it is in your best interests to consider it very thoughtfully. Only take it to a very skilled and experienced piercist, and have them evaluate you first to see if your anatomy is suitable for clitoral piercing. If not, a clitoral hood piercing may be more to your liking and a lot safer.
Estimated healing time: 4-6 weeks
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Horizontal Clitoral Hood
The horizontal hood piercing is most popular for its attractive look.
It's downfall is that unless the piercing is placed exactly correct and your anatomy is perfectly suitable for this piercing, it does not provide much stimulation to the clitoris. The piercing must be placed just right so that when you are in a standing upright position, the bead rests on the top of the clitoris. The clitoral stimulation can be inhibited further by the clitoral hood if it covers it completely.
If the piercing is done correctly, when pressure is applied it will provide some stimulation to the clitoris. Larger gauge jewelry will provide more stimulation from the weight.
Recommended jewelry for this piercing would be a 12 or 14 gauge captive bead ring or circular barbell.
Estimated healing time: 6-8 weeks
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