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The standard gauge for tongue piercing is 14g (1.6mm) by 3/4" ~ 7/8" (18 ~ 20mm) initially to allow for swelling in the first two to three weeks post piercing. Once the swelling has resolved the barbell should be stepped down in lenght to 5/8" (16mm) to prevent catching the barbell with the teeth and doing any dental damage.
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What size is the gauge a tongue ring?
Tongue ring gauges typically range from 14 to 00 gauge, with 14 being the most common size. The larger the gauge number, the smaller the diameter of the barbell. It's best to consult with a piercer to determine the right size for you.
What is the SMALLEST tongue ring and bar bells to wear?
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.
What size is a tongue ring when pierced?
The size of the barbell depends solely on the size of the tongue being pierced and the selection is generally done by the professional body piercer at the time of the piercing. Be smart see a professional body piercer.
Can you pierce a tongue with a 16 gauge needle and a 14 gauge piercing?
It's not recommended to pierce your tongue yourself as it can lead to complications like excessive bleeding, infection, or nerve damage. It's best to go to a professional piercer who will have the proper tools and expertise to safely perform the piercing. Typically, a 14 gauge needle is used to pierce the tongue for a standard tongue piercing.
Is a 16G or a 14G tongue piercing bigger?
A 14G tongue piercing is bigger than a 16G tongue piercing. The "G" stands for gauge, with a higher number indicating a smaller diameter. Therefore, a 14G piercing is thicker than a 16G piercing.
How can you find an 18 gauge tongue ring?
Google search for "18 gauge tongue ring"!
How big is an average tongue ring?
The standard is a 14 gauge. I've seen some that are 16 though.
What is the most commonly use gauge for a tongue ring?
14.
Where can I find a 12 gauge tongue ring with the Heartagram logo on it?
eBay
What size is the gauge a tongue ring?
Tongue ring gauges typically range from 14 to 00 gauge, with 14 being the most common size. The larger the gauge number, the smaller the diameter of the barbell. It's best to consult with a piercer to determine the right size for you.
What is the standard size of a tongue ring the length and gague?
14g
Is it ok to bring your own tongue ring to get your tongue pierced?
Why would you do that? But no, they have a specific gauge and length that's crucial to the healing process.
What is the SMALLEST tongue ring and bar bells to wear?
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.
What is the standard nose ring gauge?
18g is the standard nostril piercing gauge. 20g is too fine and too much like wearing a knife in your piercing should it get caught or snagged.
What size is a tongue ring when pierced?
The size of the barbell depends solely on the size of the tongue being pierced and the selection is generally done by the professional body piercer at the time of the piercing. Be smart see a professional body piercer.
Is it possible to shrink a 12 gauge tongue ring to 14 gauge?
Sure take the 12g barbell out for about a week maybe two then put a 14g barbell in the piercing, it should have shrunk by that time.
What is this white ring under your tongue?
I don't have a white ring under my tongue.
