Ear Piercing Procedures-Healing Times

Piercing Type

Estimated Healing Time

Earlobe

6–8 weeks

Helix

3–6 months

Tragus

3–6 months

Daith

3–9 months

Conch

6–12 months

Rook

6–12 months

Snug

6–12 months

Industrial

6–12 months

Forward Helix

3–9 months

Anti-Tragus

6–12 months

Orbital (Lobe)

8–10 weeks

Orbital (Cartilage)

6–12 months

Transverse Lobe

2–10 months

Flat

6–10 months


Facial Piercing Procedures- Healing Times

Piercing Type

Estimated Healing Time

Nostril

3–6 months

High Nostril

4–6 months

Septum

6–8 weeks

Eyebrow

6–8 weeks

Bridge

8–12 weeks

Cheek/Dahlia

4–6 months

Surface Anchor

3–6 months

Surface Bar

6–12 months

Proper aftercare is crucial to prevent complications such as migration or rejection.


Oral Piercing Procedures- Healing Times & Warnings

Piercing Type

Estimated Healing Time

Tongue

4–6 weeks

Lip/Labret

6–8 weeks

Medusa/Philtrum

6–8 weeks

Monroe/Madonna

6–8 weeks

Vertical Labret

6–12 weeks

Smiley/Frowny

2–4 weeks

Tongue Web (Frenulum)

2–4 weeks

Cheek

6 months+

Important Aftercare Warnings:

  • Avoid using mouthwash containing alcohol; it can irritate the piercing and delay healing.
  • Refrain from oral sexual contact, including French kissing, during the healing period.
  • Do not chew on tobacco, gum, fingernails, pencils, sunglasses, or other foreign objects.
  • Avoid sharing plates, cups, and eating utensils.
  • Smoking can increase risks and lengthen healing time.
  • Maintain rigorous oral hygiene; rinse with a non-alcoholic, antimicrobial mouthwash after meals. zensaskincare.com+4safepiercing.org+4reddit.com+4byrdie.com

 

Note: Oral piercings are prone to swelling; it’s advisable to start with longer jewelry to accommodate this and downsize once the swelling subsides.


Body Piercing Procedures- Healing Times

Piercing Type

Estimated Healing Time

Navel

6–9 months

Nipple

6–12 months

Surface Anchor

4–6 months

Surface Piercing

6–12 months

Prince Albert

4–6 weeks

Reverse Prince Albert

8 weeks–6 months

Ampallang

6 months+

Apadravya

4–6 months+

Clitoral Hood

2–6 weeks

Inner Labia

4–6 weeks

Outer Labia

2–3 months

Fourchette

2–3 months

Healing times can vary based on individual anatomy and adherence to aftercare protocols.

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