I got my conch done about a week ago, I'd say on a scale of 1-10 it was about a 6. Not that bad really considering it's supposed to be one of the more painful ones (my forward helix piercing hurt more, if that's anything to go by - it was probably about an 8). I was pierced with a straight labret, but I think they also do them with barbells, a ring is not advised for healing. I can't comment on healing because it's not been long but so far it's doing well, not too sore and only a bit of gunk in the mornings (sorry tmi!). I was also thinking about tragus at one point, but as I spend most of my time with earphones in, it wouldn't be the best idea for me to have it done!