I just got a new job that requires me to take my lip ring out for (at the longest) 8 hours...?

Question

i've had my piercing since april of 2006. i've never really taken it out before. my good friend has had her for two years and can take hers out but i don't want to risk it...and NO i cannot do a clear retainer. do you think i'll have any problems sliding the labret back in after the restaurant closes?

Answer 1

Trust me you will look a lot better without it....

Answer 2

8 hours without is not going to affect your ability to replace the ring especially as you have had it for 2 years at this point.

Food business don't generally tolerate that type of expression in their wait staff, as it turns off some customers, but perhaps you could do something in the back where you don't come in direct contact with customers.  Another option would be to find a job that allows you to wear your ring, like something in retail.