Here's why and what to expect:
* Piercer's Expertise: Piercers are trained in piercing aftercare and anatomy. They have specialized tools and knowledge to assess the situation, remove the jewelry safely, and evaluate the condition of the piercing. They are the best first point of contact.
* Safe Removal: Attempting to remove the jewelry yourself can be risky and cause further damage, infection, or trauma to the tissue. A piercer can carefully maneuver the jewelry out without causing unnecessary harm.
* Assessment: The piercer can determine why the piercing closed, check for signs of infection or irritation, and offer advice on how to prevent it from happening again.
* Referral if Necessary: If the piercer identifies signs of a serious infection, embedded jewelry, or other complications that are beyond their scope of practice, they will refer you to a doctor for medical treatment.
In short, a piercer will be able to provide the best care to preserve your piercing. If they cannot, then it will be recommended that you visit a doctor.