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How long does it take for an ear piercing to heal?

I pierced my cartilage with a sewing needle and every time I try to put the ring in, it closes. When will it not close up immediately so I can put in the ring?

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  • 10 years ago
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    about two months.

  • 10 years ago

    I never had an ear piercing, but I had an eye piercing. It takes around 4-6 weeks, if not 8 weeks, for it to be healed. Just leave it alone and clean it every now-and-then.

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    10 years ago

    Lobes take 4-6 weeks to fully heal.

    Cartilage takes 6 months.

    Sewing needle are usually 20g. Earrings are normally 18g, sometimes 16g.

  • 10 years ago

    try getting it done professionally

    I have pierced ears and have never worn earrings and they have never closed

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