How Quickly Do Piercings Close? Key Insights and Tips

Discover how fast different types of piercings can close and tips to prevent closure. Learn more about piercing care.

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Piercings can close quickly, especially if they are new. Earlobe piercings may start to close within hours if less than 6 months old, while older piercings can take several weeks. Cartilage piercings might close in just a few days if they are recent. To prevent closure, use a retainer or re-insert jewelry as soon as possible.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How long does it take for a new earlobe piercing to close? A new earlobe piercing can start to close within hours if it is less than 6 months old.
  2. What can I do to prevent my cartilage piercing from closing? To prevent closure, it's best to use a retainer or re-insert the jewelry as soon as possible.
  3. Do piercings always close if jewelry is removed? Not always; older piercings might take several weeks to close, while newer ones can close very quickly.

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