Angel fang piercings are a bold and unique way to level up your lip jewelry game, but before you commit, there are a few important things to know. Whether you’re new to piercings or just curious about this trending style, here’s a simple guide that breaks it all down.
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- What Are Angel Fang Piercings?
- Getting the Piercing
- How Painful Are Angel Fangs?
- Healing Time and Aftercare
- What Happens After They Heal?
- Jewelry Options
What Are Angel Fang Piercings?
Angel fangs are a pair of vertical labret piercings that go through the top lip. They sit right above the upper lip, and the jewelry exits through the lip itself, not inside the mouth. This makes them different from similar piercings like angel bites, which go through the skin above the lip and exit inside the mouth.
The name “angel fangs” comes from their fang-like appearance, especially when you wear jewelry with spike or cone-shaped ends. It’s a look that’s edgy and eye-catching!
Getting the Piercing
Angel fangs are usually done with a 16g or 14g needle. Your piercer will use implant-grade titanium or another safe material, and the jewelry will be longer at first to make room for swelling. This is normal for lip piercings and usually goes down in about a week.
Important: These piercings don’t touch your gums or teeth like some other lip piercings, which is a bonus. But you could still accidentally bite them when they’re fresh, especially when eating or talking.
Not for Everyone
Angel fang piercings are anatomy dependent. Your piercer will check if your lip shape works for this piercing and may suggest other options if it’s not a good fit. Also, if you have braces, you’ll probably want to wait as your jewelry could get caught in them.
How Painful Are Angel Fangs?
Pain levels vary from person to person, but most people rate lip piercings as low to moderate on the pain scale. Since this is a double piercing, it might feel more intense than a single one, and your lip will likely be a bit tender for a few days.
Healing Time and Aftercare
Healing is a big part of the process, and angel fangs take some time. Most oral piercings heal in about 2–4 months, but because these are a pair, full healing can take up to a year, depending on how your body reacts.
Aftercare Tips:
- Clean your piercings 1–2 times a day with saline spray
- Don’t touch, twist, or play with the jewelry
- Be careful when eating and drinking
- Avoid salty, spicy, or acidic foods
- Stay hydrated to prevent chapped lips
- Skip lip balm until fully healed
- Hold off on kissing and oral contact
- No swimming in pools, lakes, or oceans while healing
Infections are rare if you take care of your piercing, but they can still happen. If you notice anything weird—like swelling that won’t go down, discharge, or pain that gets worse—talk to your piercer or a doctor.
What Happens After They Heal?
Once you’re healed, you’ll need to downsize your jewelry. The initial jewelry is longer to help accomodate for swelling, but long-term jewelry should fit snugly and comfortably. If you’re not sure when to switch, ask your piercer for help.
Jewelry Options
Angel fangs use curved barbells, and this is where you can have fun with your look. Want to go full vampire vibes? Try spikes, cones, or bullet-shaped ends. Prefer something softer or unique? There are tons of cool end options to choose from.
Pro tip: Before leaving the studio, ask your piercer what size your jewelry is. That info will make it way easier when you’re ready to shop for new pieces.
So, what are some things you need to know about angel fang piercings? A lot! From the piercing process to healing and style choices, it’s important to be informed so you can decide if it’s right for you. If you’re into bold lip looks and ready to commit to the healing time, angel fangs might be your perfect match.
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