Do teenagers with nose rings appear less professional?

Yes!

An employer will hire the person without facial piercings over a person with piercings. Piercings show that a person is rebelious and likely to cause trouble. Whether that describes the person or not, people should always think long and hard before doing something permanant (at least it isn't a facial tattoo!).

Humorous quote from Hank Hill (King of the Hill): "I think body piercing's a good thing. It gives us a quick way to tell when someone ain't right."

AnswerUm.I hope not.I have one =SAny problems with it yet? Or are you just wondering what it could do to your career/future career

The perception of someone appearing "trashy" is simply the opinion of the individual who is making such a claim. Unless the person being spoken about values the speaker's opinion then it should not be an issue

However, nose rings and visable piercings and tattoos are a serious detriment in the majority of professional occupations.

Answeri feel that it really depends on what kind of nose piercing, and what kind of jewelry you're planning to wear in it. i feel that it also depends on how the rest of your appearance is presented. for example, someone applying for a job in a belly shirt, ring through their septum and dark makeup probably wouldn't get the job. however, if you were going to wear a simple stud in one of your nostrils, dress modestly, pull your hair away from your face, wear light makeup...i don't see how a small stud in your nose would keep you from getting a job. my friend has one, she wears a green gem in it. i didn't even notice when she came home from college with it. also, next time you're out see how many girls have nose rings and see what kinds of jobs they're working. i really don't believe that the piercing itself will prevent you from getting a job, i believe how you present the piercing has more effect. so go for it, just make sure you have your modest "job stud". good luck.