Body Art
Transdermal piercing re-purposed for medical use
A curious and hopeful article about a transdermal implant modified for a practical palliative use.
In brief: A surgeon saw this type of mod at a piercing studio when taking his children to have their ears pierced, and made a version for helping patients swallow.
Buying back old Statim autoclaves in Europe for 1000 € with purchase of a new Statim
In Europe?Got an old STATIM autoclave? I can buy back your old STATIM – even if it doesn’t work – for 1000 € when you purchase a new one through Piercing Experience in Europe. *Details at piercers.com
SciCan U | Handwashing
We all know how important washing your hands can be- this guide can serve as a helpful review
Do You Really Need To Wear A Face Mask?
It is well founded to wear a mask during your procedures for your clients safety and your own.
Understanding Facial Protection
A little more about face masks: they were designed to protect the patient from the healthcare practitioner, not the other way around
OSHA / freehand piercing?
I prefer not to use the term “freehand” to describe the precise and simple practice of body piercing without the use of mechanical means to grasp the tissue.
Medical Device Regulation: US or EU
Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act In the States, medical devices are regulated by the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Then called the Food and Drug Act, it was the first piece of legislation to result from investigative journalism, namely a novel titled “The Jungle” by Upton Sinclair. Sinclair described the filthy conditions of pre-WWI Chicago stockyards … Read more