Bite Mark Tattoos: Romantic or Ridiculous?

Out of all the wild things people are doing for love these days, getting your partner to bite you and then tattooing the bite mark might just take the cake — or at least take a chunk out of your shoulder.

Yes, this is real. It's called a bite mark tattoo, and it’s exactly what it sounds like. Your partner bites you — hard enough to leave a bruise or impression — and a tattoo artist inks it into your skin for eternity. Because nothing says “we’re soulmates” like commemorating your relationship with a slightly infected-looking dental scar.

Wait, What?

To break it down:

• Step 1: Get bitten.

• Step 2: Let the bruise form.

• Step 3: Tattoo artist traces it.

• Step 4: Question your life choices (optional).

This trend has popped up in certain circles as a way to show love, mark territory, or just do something “totally different.” And sure, it’s definitely not your average couples’ tattoo — but is it clever, or just kind of… silly?

Watch the madness unfold

What’s the Appeal?

Some folks see bite mark tattoos as:

• A symbol of intimacy and passion.

• A kind of edgy “mark of ownership.”

• A bold way to personalize body art.

  
  

And if that's your vibe — no shade. People get tattoos for all sorts of emotional reasons. But come on — you’re literally getting chewed on and then preserving the bruise like it’s a work of art. There’s a fine line between unique and just plain strange.

A Few Red Flags (And Maybe Some Red Swelling)

Let’s be honest — this trend isn’t all love bites and romance.

• Bacteria city: Human mouths are full of germs. A deep bite can introduce all kinds of nasties under your skin. Do you really want to tattoo over that?

• Bruised canvas: Tattooing over a fresh bruise or swollen skin? Not ideal. It messes with ink retention, healing, and could distort the final design.

• Permanent decisions, temporary people: Maybe the love is real. Maybe it lasts forever. Or maybe you’re stuck explaining your shoulder tattoo for the next 30 years with, “Yeah, that’s from my ex. He really liked biting.”

  
  

Final Thoughts

Sure, it’s your body. Do what you want. But if you’re thinking about preserving your partner’s dental work in ink, maybe sleep on it first. Or at least wait until the bruise goes away and see if you still think it’s a good idea.

There are a million ways to say “I love you.” Maybe one that doesn’t involve potential infection, dental impressions, and a lifetime of awkward explanations is worth considering.

Would you get a bite mark tattoo? Do you already have one?