What size is a beginner tongue ring?
If you pierced your tongue for the first time then you can use a 16 mm long ring size for the tongue, this size is best and comfortable for beginners. Many people prefer to wear tongue ring sizes between 14 mm to 16 mm.
What is the best jewelry for tongue piercing?
Stainless steel: “The best and safest metals for piercings are titanium and stainless steel followed by gold (14k or 18k, and not gold-plated). These are the most biocompatible, hypoallergenic, and least likely to lead to infection,” says Murphy-Rose.
When should I downsize my tongue piercing?
It is always better to start with jewelry that is longer in length, especially in piercings where there is a large amount of swelling. After the piercing is healed piercer will recommend downsizing the barbell. A smaller barbell will keep the teeth and gums in better shape.
What size needle is used for tongue piercing?
14 gauge
The way a tongue is pierced involves clamping the appendage with forceps to hold the tissue. Then, a needle—typically a 14 gauge, says Dohoney—is pushed through the tongue to create the actual piercing. The jewelry is pushed through behind the needle to complete the piercing process.
What is a normal tongue ring size?
7/8-inch
A typical tongue piercing is done with a 14 gauge (14G) high grade titanium, or gold barbell measuring 7/8-inch. Note that’s the size of an initial tongue piercing; once healed the length of the barbell can be shortened.
How do I know what size tongue bar I need?
In terms of length, 5/8″ is the standard size for tongue barbells. You were most likely pierced with a 1″ straight barbell to allow for swelling. If you find that to be a comfortable length for you to wear even after your tongue heals, then purchase a new tongue ring of the same size.
Which tongue piercing is the safest?
A standard tongue piercing is a little easier to care for because placing the piercing in the centre of the tongue is safer. There is less contact with teeth and the inside of the mouth, so the initial healing period is faster with swelling reducing in just 2-4 weeks.
Do plastic tongue rings chip teeth?
The main benefit of BioFlex tongue bars is that they are soft and flexible. This means that they do not push against your teeth like a metal bar and you cannot chip your teeth on them.
Can I put a 16g in a 14G piercing?
Yes all day you can. However, the 16g post is thinner than the 14g. Downsizing is not an issue unless you’ve got a large collection of 14g jewelry that you wish to wear again. Downsizing to 16g is safe as long as it is healed.