Philtrum piercing (aka "Medusa") "A philtrum piercing is placed on the center of the upper lip, just above the crest of your Cupid's bow," says Pearce.

A medusa or philtrum piercing positions a stud in the center groove above the cupid’s-bow of the lip. A piercer usually fits the piercing with a long labret stud.

Vertical philtrum piercing (vertically through the center of the upper lip) Inverse vertical labret piercing (middle of the bottom lip) Low-bret piercing (underneath the bottom lip) ...

Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD An infected lip piercing is a common complication after piercing and jewelry placement. Typical symptoms include mild discomfort, itching, redness, and ...

Lip Piercing Can Lead To Receding Gums Date: March 30, 2005 Source: Nternational & American Association For Dental Research Summary: Numerous case reports and a few clinical studies have examined ...

In Brief Body piercing seems to be increasing in popularity, with more patients attending for their routine check-up having had a tongue or lip stud placed. Many complications have been documented ...