The nasal bone formed the top of a large bony nostril. Nose piercings are also common, such as in the nostril, septum, or bridge. Diamond has two piercings in her navel, and one in her right nostril. The nostril is an elongated horizontal slit. The right nostril forms a phonic lip. Between the left nostril and the upper lip there is a mole. The mucus might be thick and sticky, making it difficult to expel from the nostril. The ritual of the nostril piercing signified the elevated status of this figure. A balloon dangling from one nostril (a "snot bubble") indicates sleep. The device is inserted until the flared end rests against the nostril. There is no ridge between nostril and eye. Tamil women traditionally pierce their right nostril. Sharath Jois recently produced a series of videos teaching alternate nostril breathing to beginners. Both openings are connected by a distinct groove, curving around the underside of the nostril. On examination, a polyp will appear as a visible mass in the nostril.