Triangle Piercing FAQ Info by APP Certified Piercers in NYC

Clementine Piercing offers Triangle piercings in NYC. Johnny Pearce, one of the world's top rated and most trusted piercing professionals, holds tenure at Clementine Piercing in NYC—making it an excellent option for trusted piercing services.

Look for professional, APP‑certified piercing studios with:

  • Experienced piercers familiar with technical piercings
  • Strict hygiene and sterilization protocols
  • Positive client reviews and portfolio examples

Please feel free to use trusted resources like the “Find a Professional Piercer” search function on the Association of Professional Piercers website.

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A Triangle Piercing is a female genital piercing placed horizontally beneath the clitoral hood, just behind the clitoral shaft itself. Similar to how a Vertical Clitoral Hood (VCH) piercing doesn’t actually pierce the clitoris, a Triangle Piercing also does not pierce the clitoris but sits under it, potentially providing enhanced stimulation.

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People choose this piercing for:

  • Because it’s Super Duper Cool!
  • Enhanced sexual sensation due to contact with the underside of the clitoris.
  • Aesthetic reasons, as it remains hidden under the hood.
  • Personal or cultural significance related to body modification.

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It is positioned horizontally behind the clitoral shaft, passing under the tissue that connects the hood.

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No, they are different:

  • Triangle Piercing: Horizontal, positioned under the clitoris.
  • VCH Piercing: Vertical, passing through and under the clitoral hood but not under or through the clitoris.

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    The area is prepped thoroughly via alcohol or povidone iodine. A professional piercer marks the appropriate points with a single-use sterile surgical marker. The area is pierced using a sterile, single-use, disposable needle, sometimes braced by a NRT or other instruments. The piercer will then install sterile, implant-certified barbell through the newly created piercing channel and thread the bead. Extreme precision is required.

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While pain is subjective, it is considered one of the more painful genital piercings because it passes through a dense band of tissue. The pain is intense but short-lived.

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Healing typically takes 3 to 6 months, though some may take longer depending on aftercare and individual healing speed.

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  • Swelling and tenderness in the first few weeks.
  • Infection if aftercare is not followed properly.
  • Nerve irritation if incorrectly placed.
  • Migration or rejection if anatomy is unsuitable.

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  • Individuals with suitable anatomy, meaning enough tissue for the piercing to sit correctly.
  • Those who have been assessed by an experienced piercer familiar with successful placement for this piercing.

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  • Curved barbells, circular barbells, and captive bead rings are popular options.
  • Implant-certified titanium, solid gold, niobium, and implant-certified steel are considered safe, hypoallergenic options for optimized healing.

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  • Initial gauge: 12g to 10g for stability.
  • Length: Depends on individual anatomy, but these sizes help ensure improved stability and long-term success.

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Yes, but only after it is fully healed and in increments that are one size at a time.

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  • Gently rinse with water while you shower and pat dry with a clean paper towel.
  • Use sterile saline solution/wound wash spray as needed.
  • Avoid soap, hydrogen peroxide, or alcohol-based products.

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  • Avoid sexual activity for at least 8-12+ weeks to prevent infection and irritation.
  • Use barrier protection if engaging in intimate activity before full healing.

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For many, it enhances stimulation due to its placement behind the clitoris, but experiences vary. As such, this is not an outcome that we advertise or guarantee.

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Most small-gauge implant–certified titanium or jewelry does not trigger metal detectors.

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Prices typically range from $80 to $200 for the piercing service fees before adding on the cost of your jewelry. Keep in mind prices may vary by location and piercer expertise.

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    Look for professional, APP‑certified piercing studios with:

    • Experienced piercers familiar with genital piercings
    • Strict hygiene and sterilization protocols
    • Positive client reviews and portfolio examples
  • Please feel free to use trusted resources like the “Find a Professional Piercer” search function on the Association of Professional Piercers website: https://safepiercing.org/find-a-piercer

For more information on genital piercing aftercare, please refer to: https://www.clementinepiercing.com/genital-piercing-faq

This piercing is only for vulva anatomy and unfortunately does not apply to those without a clitoral hood.

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Yes, some people pair it with a VCH Piercing or Christina Piercing for additional aesthetics and/or sensation.

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