What gauge is a typical belly button ring?
What gauge is a typical belly button ring?
14g
Professional belly piercings are performed in a standard 14g (gauge width) and pierced to fit the standard size 10mm (3/8)and 11mm (7/16) belly rings. All of our navel rings are supplied within the standard size range unless otherwise stated.
Can you pierce your belly button with a 16 gauge?
A standard Belly Piercing is done with a 14 gauge needle, but some girls switch to a 16 Gauge Belly Button Ring once their belly button piercing has healed so they can wear smaller delicate jewelry.
How do you know if your belly button ring is too small?
I suggest you wait for the swelling to go down as swelling is a natural part of the healing process when getting a piercing. If the ring feels tight from the swelling then the place gave you a too small one.
Is a shallow belly button piercing bad?
If you decide to do it anyway and it might cause a problem when you get your navel or belly button then you can get what is called “shallow industrial piercing”. It will most likely cause scarring and if you are lucky enough you will just have an infection and rejection of piercing.
Why is my belly button piercing getting bigger?
If you notice the holes at the piercing sites getting bigger, you should watch for other signs of rejection. This is a common one and it might be one you’ll only notice if you pay close attention to your navel.
What gauge is a belly button usually pierced with?
When getting the belly button pierced the standard size jewelry is a 14 gauge. This is an industry standard, there is rarely 12-gauge jewelry for this piercing. The gauge number is referring to the thickness of the bar.
Should I lose weight to get a belly button ring?
However, as mentioned above, if your belly button folds in and disappears even when standing, please lose some weight before piercing. There is some evidence to suggest that rapid weight loss or rapid weight gain can be problematic with a new, fresh piercing. Your belly button piercing may not settle as it would normally.
What is wrong with my belly button?
Belly button piercings are very susceptible to infection due to their location. The waistband of pants often rubs against the area causing discomfort. Sometimes the metals used in the piercings, such as nickel, can cause allergic reactions.
How much do belly button rings cost?
Belly Button Rings Costs Rates for belly rings vary depending on location and the type of ring. A single piercing in the navel can range from $25-50 and will typically come with standard titanium or surgical steel ring. Custom rings will cost more and also make sure to include the cost of a tip.
