Piercings at the airport?

Question

do piercings set off the metal detectors at the air port security causing you to have to take them out?

Answer 1

nope

i have 5 and i never have trouble

Answer 2

No, not usually.

Answer 3

Depends on much metal is attached.  I was behind a young women recently who's belly button piecing set off the alarm.  

Answer 4

Depends on how many and type of metal and ware they are at will deside if need to go to a secure room 4 searching . Female security will search female and male 2 male at most US airports. Could be some embaaassment 4 those who not able to remove piercing in public eye.