Bridge Piercing

Bridge piercings are placed horizontally through the skin at the top of the nose, between the eyes, crossing the bridge. They are a surface piercing — the jewelry passes through a pinch of skin rather than cartilage — and they create a bold, eye-catching look that sits right in the center of the face.

Bridge piercings are typically done with a straight or slightly curved barbell. The placement must be precise to sit level and symmetrical on the face. Anatomy matters — your piercer will assess the skin at the bridge to ensure there is enough tissue to hold the jewelry safely and reduce rejection risk.

Healing takes 3 to 6 months for initial healing and up to 9 to 12 months for full stability. Because bridge piercings are surface piercings, they carry a higher rejection risk than piercings through cartilage or soft tissue folds. Proper jewelry sizing (not too long, not too short) and consistent aftercare are the most important factors in longevity.