What size hole do ear piercing guns leave?

Question

a few days ago i got helix piercings in both ears (sucked to sleep on!) but i was wondering when i can switch to a ring?? i have studs in now but i'm not sure what gauge the piercing is now, 20 ga?

Answer 1

wouldnt it be 16 guage?

Answer 2

either an 18 or a 20. it varies by the jewelry you were pierced with.

cartilage piercings take about a year to fully heal. you can switch out the jewelry after that.

to make sure that you get the right size jewelry, go to a real piercer (not the mall) and get assistance from them.

rings (CBRs and curved barbells) come in gauges as small as 20. i know because I've seen them sold that small.

Answer 3

yeah its a 20 gauge, it will be hard to find other studs that are that small, unless you already have some. don't take it out now, its too soon you have to wait for a minimum 8-12 weeks, if you change them now, you'll probably give yourself an infection

Answer 4

Yah 20 g.

Most rings ((CBR's really)) come in a 18 g or bigger. It shouldn't be too hard to switch after its fully healed. And it takes about a year to heal