The document discusses banning piercings for under 16s, arguing that they can become embedded and often go wrong, requiring medical attention according to a website. However, others counter that banning piercings may promote more dangerous illegal piercings and a piercing parlor said they have done many piercings on under 16s without issues. Overall, the document debates the risks of piercings for under 16s versus arguments for allowing the trend and individuality.