AboutBrian Skellie Expertise I can answer questions in regards to and not limited to: jewelry safety, specifically material, shape, proportion, and related issues; aseptic technique and sterilization as it applies to piercing safety; ethical issues of technique and bedside manner; the aftercare and recovery process for piercings.
*Also available for live online video consultation.
Experience Body artist and founder of Piercing Experience, http://piercing.org/ and SciCan Authorized Dealer of STATIM Sterilizers and related infection control products
Organizations ASTM, AAMI, APP
Publications The Point Journal of the Association of Professional Piercers, USA Today, Atlanta Journal Constitution, Atlanta Magazine, Creative Loafing
Education/Credentials I regularly participate and teach in many APP educational programs. I keep current certifications for OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aid, and CPR.
Awards and Honors Best Freehand Piercer, Best of Atlanta
Past/Present Clients Tens of thousands of one on one client experiences as the founder of Piercing Experience in Atlanta, GA, USA http://www.piercing.org/
*Body jewelry design and safety expert: former Member ASTM committee F04(www.astm.org)and former Member AAMI (www.aami.org)
Research advisor and educator for the APP for over a decade(www.safepiercing.org) teaching advanced studio setup, sterilization and equipment management, freehand piercing, aseptic/sterile technique and much more.
Distributor for SciCan StatIM sterilization and cleaning products. http://www.piercing.org/statim/
I plan on getting my belly button pierced in December, and I'm pretty sure by then I can get my stomach a little flatter by then, but just in case I can't..... I was wondering if getting a belly button ring then losing weight in your stomach area AFTER, will affect how it looks?
Answer In most cases the navel and placement of the piercing will change shape as you do. Stop by for a free consultation and we can assess your situation. Most of the time we can still do the piercing if you have a fold of skin on the top side of your navel. If it is a smooth surface, rather than folded then you should wait.
