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When Can You Remove Piercing Jewelry?
A good rule of thumb is to wait a few weeks beyond when the piercing should be ready.
How Long Does it Take for a Piercing to Heal?
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Piercingearringshave a general healing time of four to six weeks, Cabral tells us.
Remember, there isn’t an exact time periodeach person and piercing heals at its own pace.
You want to ensure the piercing has healed fully and correctly so that you don’t damage the skin.