No way to be sure. Tongues tend to have a reputation for staying open pretty long though.
To change a tongue ring, start by washing your hands with soap and water. Gently unscrew the ball at the bottom of the current tongue ring using clean hands or latex gloves. Slide out the old tongue ring and carefully insert the new one, then screw the ball back on tightly.
Chances are really good that the piercing will shrink making reinsertion of the barbell difficult, if this occurs visit your local body piercer where they can reinsert it using and insertion taper.
No, it is not advisable to use a tongue ring as a lip ring. Tongue rings are typically larger and have a different shape than lip rings, leading to potential discomfort or irritation if used interchangeably. It is best to use jewelry that is specifically designed for the intended piercing location.
I would say 6 months to be on the safe side. And if you want to change it after about 4 or so months, then have the other ring ready and switch it quickly. I've had mine for about 5 years, and now I can keep it out for weeks and it still doesn't close.
The smallest tongue ring gauge commonly available is 16 gauge (1.2mm). Barbell lengths typically range from 12mm to 22mm, with 14mm being a common length for tongue piercings. It is important to consult with a professional piercer to ensure proper fit and sizing for your individual anatomy.
After 8 years chances are good it's permanent at this point.
I have had my tongue ring for almost 10 years, and I have a small hard spot close to the tongue ring. I think it is just the tongues version of scar tissue. It hardens up to protect itself from the tongue ring being there. And I even have a round indention on the top of my tongue from the ball pushing down for so long. Hope this helps you!
No. A tongue stud is too long to be a good nipple ring. You'd wind up catching it on something and then you'd really be sorry.
A complete healing of tongue piercing can take up to 4 weeks.
You should definitely go check with your piercer to see what that is. I cant tell you how to treat it since I dont know what it is :)
I don't have a white ring under my tongue.
2 weeks (14 days)
Yes it would be very dangerous, the chances of swallowing the needle would be highly probable.
There is no "lock on a tongue ring" and it's not a ring it's a barbell.
If you have a tongue ring, it makes it hard to make out. the ring always gets in the way.
I wouldn't leave it out for no more than a few mins cause the tongue heals real fast and the hole can close up pretty quick..i've had my tongue peirced twice cause the hole closed up that quick...well i left it out for a day or so and couldn't get the jewelry back in.You may beable to get by at least 30 min without it completely closing
Google search for "18 gauge tongue ring"!