Dermal Punches

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Sunday August 10th, 2008 @ 12:31 AM

Filed under: Piercing

I am unsure about the legality of using them,i am a professional piercer in NW Ohio wanting to use them for Microdermal anchors ….the local health department has no clue what they are and what there uses are for…. Is there a list of places they are legal and/or illegal anywhere on the net?

Remember that quite often the term: “Dermal Punch” is not used, often the term used is “Biopsy Punch”.

Also if you’re just vaguely asking and not being specific with your question, they may not be able to cross-reference what you ask with any specific laws.

You’ll need to investigate the matter with your City as well as your State and refer to them not just as Dermal Punches but also Biopsy Punches as well. You will also potentially have to bring up the fact that this piece of equipment is considered a piece of Medical Equipment and inquire if there are any laws regarding using this type of medical equipment on customers,etc.

I believe if you explain to your health department what a Dermal/Biopsy Punch is and how its used,etc. They will be a lot more capable of giving you a confirmed answer, or even looking into the matter and getting back to you on it.

As for websites that say: “Piercers are able to use Dermal punches” I’m honestly unaware of any sites like that, except in regards to reading city/state websites and specifically their laws in regards to Body Piercing. Usually you can request a copy of the current rules/regulations/protocols/guidelines for Body Piercing shops to adhere to and it should be stated in that as well.

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