How Long Should I Wait to Change My Ear Piercing?
I can still remember the day I got my ears pierced. I was 12 years old and thought it was the coolest thing ever. I couldn’t wait to show them off to everyone. But after a few days, my ears started to get infected. I had to take the earrings out and wait for them to heal before I could try again.
I learned my lesson the hard way. If you’re thinking about getting your ears pierced, it’s important to know how long you should wait to change your earrings. Changing them too soon can lead to infection. Infection can cause swelling, redness, and pain. In some cases, it can even lead to scarring.
Knowing When to Change Your Earrings
The general rule of thumb is to wait at least 6 weeks after getting your ears pierced before changing your earrings. This will give your ears enough time to heal and the piercing to stabilize.
However, there are some cases where you may need to change your earrings sooner. For example, if your earrings are causing pain, swelling, or redness, you should remove them and clean the piercing. You can also change your earrings sooner if you’re going swimming or if you’re planning to be in a situation where your ears will be exposed to a lot of bacteria.
How to Change Your Earrings Safely
When you’re ready to change your earrings, it’s important to do it safely to avoid infection.
- Wash your hands: Always wash your hands before touching your ears or the earrings.
- Clean the piercing: Clean the piercing with a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol.
- Remove the old earrings: Gently remove the old earrings by pushing them out from the back of the ear.
- Insert the new earrings: Insert the new earrings into the piercing from the front of the ear.
- Secure the earrings: Secure the earrings in place by pushing the backs onto the posts.
Here are some additional tips for changing your earrings safely:
- Only wear earrings that are made of hypoallergenic materials, such as surgical steel, titanium, or gold.
- Avoid wearing earrings that are heavy or uncomfortable.
- Clean your earrings regularly with rubbing alcohol.
- If you experience any pain, swelling, or redness after changing your earrings, remove them and clean the piercing.
FAQ
Q: How long should I wait to change my earrings?
A: The general rule of thumb is to wait at least 6 weeks after getting your ears pierced before changing your earrings.
Q: What are the signs of an infected ear piercing?
A: The signs of an infected ear piercing include pain, swelling, redness, and pus.
Q: How do I clean an infected ear piercing?
A: To clean an infected ear piercing, remove the earrings and clean the piercing with a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol.
Q: How can I prevent my ear piercing from getting infected?
A: To prevent your ear piercing from getting infected, keep it clean and dry. Avoid touching the piercing with dirty hands or objects.
Conclusion
Getting your ears pierced is a fun and exciting experience, but it’s important to take care of your piercings to avoid infection. By following these tips, you can help to ensure that your ear piercings heal quickly and safely.
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