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A member asked:
My piercing hasn't healed in 3 months. is it safer to just take it out? what can i do?
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Piercing where?: Average healing times by piercing locations. Facial – usually 6 to 12 weeks, ear cartilage 6 to 12 weeks, oral or tongue – 3 to 6 weeks, nipple - 2 to 4 months, genital – up to 9 months and navel – up to 12 months. See: http://piercingu.com/piercing-healing-time/
Answered 9/24/2020
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