Angel Bites Piercing: Jewellery, FAQs & Guide

An angel bite piercing is a type of lip piercing which is placed on either side of the top lip. Angel bites are a combination of Madonna and Monroe piercings. Want to know more about angel bites and lip piercing? We are here to answer all your FAQs to help you decide whether this piercing is for you.

What is an angel bite?

An angel bite piercing is a type of lip piercing that is usually pierced with a labret from the outside to inside of the lip. Angel bites are located at the top of the lip on either side. This symmetrical piercing combines a Madonna and Monroe piercing.

Does angel bite piercing hurt?

The angel bites piercing is located on the upper lip which can be a sensitive area due to nerve endings. Therefore, this type of piercing may hurt more than lower lip piercings where less nerve endings are located. Many people describe a feeling of pressure when having angel bites done.

What do you eat after an angel bite piercing?

After your angel bite piercing you will need to be careful how and what you eat. Eat very gently and take small bites to reduce the amount of movement to your lip piercing. During the first couple of weeks you may want to stick to soft cold food as this is less likely to irritate your new angel bite piercing. Avoid spicy, sticky, and crunchy foods as these can re-open the piercing wound and get stuck in the piercing jewellery. After your angel bite piercing has healed you can eat whatever you want.

What is the difference between angel bite piercings and snake bite piercings?

Snake Bites vs Angel Bites - Snake Bites: The most common form of bites, snake bites involve two lower lip piercings on either side of the mouth. Angel Bites: Also known as a double Monroe, these types of piercing are similar to snake bites but are on the top lip. Canine Bites: Four lip piercings with two on the upper lip and two on the lower.

Are angel bite piercings bad for your teeth?

Lip piercings such as the angel bite piercing can be bad for your teeth due to their position. All lip and tongue piercings carry the risk of rubbing against your gums and teeth. In serious cases this can lead to red gums and receding gums. If you catch your piercing jewellery against your teeth you may wear away the enamel or cause the tooth to chip. Maintaining good oral hygiene and wearing small piercing jewellery will help to limit these potential risks

How long does it take angel bites to heal?

The angel bites piercing usually takes between 2 - 3 months to heal, providing the correct aftercare instructions are followed. To help make the healing process as quick and smooth as possible, simply follow these steps: Rinse your mouth well with a saltwater solution. Clean the outer area of your piercings with cotton balls soaked in a saltwater solution twice a day. Clean your teeth gently with a soft bristled brush. Don't fiddle or play with the piercing and only touch it with clean hands. Avoid alcohol and cut down on caffeine as these substances could increase the swelling. Avoid smoking and chewing gum.

How much do angel bites cost?

In the UK, angel bites cost an average of £50 - £55. The price reflects the cost of having two piercings at once and also is indicative of the experience level needed by your piercer to safely carry out this piercing. The prices will be nearer £55 if you chose high quality piercing jewellery which we recommend because it can help with healing and reduce potential irritation or allergic reaction.

Why are they called angel bites?

The angel bites piercing is also sometimes known as the double Madonna or the anti-bite. The name anti-bite stems from the fact that angel bites are the opposite of snake bites which are positioned on the lower lip. Angel bites are done on both sides of the upper lip for a more striking look.

Angel bites are usually pierced with a labret which means you will have plenty of choice of piercing jewellery at Blue Banana. With a range of colours, materials, designs, and sizes why not stock up on labret piercing so you can change all your piercing jewellery.

There are many other types of lip piercings to choose from so make sure check out our Piercing Guides for more information on piercings at Blue Banana.

Angel Bites Piercing Procedure

Ready to get an angel bites? Use our store locator to find your local Blue Banana Studio. There’s no need to book an appointment; you can simply go to the store of your choice and be pierced on the day.

Make sure to check the angel bites piercing age restriction before coming to store. It can help to avoid any undue disappointment. In a Blue Banana studio, the angel bites piercing age restriction is 16 (ID may be required). Lip piercings are not available with parental consent.

Once you’re all booked in, you will have some forms to fill out. A member of Blue Banana staff will go through the steps and can help you pick out jewellery. Then you can meet the piercer! They too will give you a quick consultation and briefing before discussing the angel bites piercing location.

Angel bites piercings are usually pierced with a labret. Your piercer will pass a cannula needle through the piercing site and then insert the jewellery. Remember, you will be sitting for two piercings in one if you opt for angel bite piercings.

Angel Bites Aftercare

An angel bites piercing can take 2-3 months to fully heal. The exact healing time varies from person to person and will need top aftercare to ensure successful healing.

After the initial piercing, your lip is likely to swell and can be quite sore. During the healing process, you should avoid spicy and sticky foods, including chewing gum as this can get caught around your piercing jewellery. During healing, avoid smoking, alcohol, and kissing as this may introduce unwanted bacteria into your piercing wound.

There are two different types of cleaning you will need to do for your angel bite piercing. When cleaning the inside of your angel bite piercing, swill a saltwater solution around your mouth twice a day. Ensure there is no food stuck around your piercing, regularly use mouthwash to maintain good oral hygiene, and try to avoid touching your piercing while it heals. When cleaning the outside of the piercing, use a saltwater solution or Tea Tree Oil to gently bathe the piecing twice a day.

If you would like further information, make sure to read our full Piercing Aftercare Guides to learn about side effects to look out for.

Angel Bites Piercing Jewellery

There’s plenty of options when it comes to angel bites piercing jewellery from Blue Banana. Some popular styles include:

Angel Bite Piercing Bar
Angel Bite Piercing Jewellery

There are a range of colours and designs to choose from in our lip piercing jewellery range. When choosing your piercing jewellery there are a few things you should consider:

Jewellery Size – Make sure to find out from your piercer the size your angel bite piercing jewellery should be.
Jewellery Material – piercing materials differ not only through their look but also how they could react to your skin. If you have sensitive skin that is prone to irritation, one of the many titanium jewellery options is recommended. This material comes in a variety of colours and is durable too!

When searching for a piece of jewellery make sure you know your measurements. We display the piercing jewellery measurements as Gauge first (displayed in millimetres) then Length, e.g. 1.2mm x 8mm.

Gauge – this is the thickness of the jewellery itself.
Length – the length of the piercing bar, usually not including the ball.

Make sure to check out the tips from our piercing guides for information about changing and removing piercing jewellery.

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Please Note: Blue Banana piercing information is based on knowledge from our experiences as one of the UK's top piercing studios. All details provided should be read alongside professional advice. Please see our full Piercing Articles Disclaimer, here.