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Have a lip ring that i can't take off. i can move it but i can't unscrew it. what do i need to do?

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Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Go back: Can you go back to where you got the ring and have them remove it? It may need to be snipped with very small precise plyers and they may have the appropriate tool.

Dr Grindstaff agreed

Answered 9/3/2014

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A member asked:

Have a lip ring that i can't take off. i can move it but i can't unscrew it. what do i need to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Dr Grindstaff agreed

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