title: Tattoos, piercings, and skin adornments.
abstract: Tattoos, body piercings, and other skin adornments have a long and fascinating history, and continue to be prominent today. It is important for dermatology nurses to understand and to educate their patients regarding the dermatologic implications of tattooing, body piecing, and scarification.
authors.affiliation: University of Miami School of Medicine, FL, USA.
authors.forename: T A
authors.initials: TA
authors.lastname: Cronin
mesh_terms: D003357:Cosmetic Techniques / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011677:Punctures / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013653:Tattooing / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods