helix piercing
Upper ear decoration
A helix piercing is a piercing through the cartilage along the upper outer rim of the ear.
The name comes from the anatomical term for that curved ridge.
Multiple piercings along this area are common: She has three helix piercings on her left ear.
The location heals more slowly than earlobe piercings due to reduced blood flow in cartilage.
- cartilageFlexible connective body tissue
- earAuditory organ
- jewelryOrnamental personal accessories
- body jewelryAdornments worn through flesh
- studUpright wall framing
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