The length of time you should leave jewelry in after piercing depends on the type of piercing you have and how well it has healed. In general, it is recommended to leave jewelry in for at least the initial healing period, which can range from several weeks to several months or longer.
For example, earlobe piercings typically take 6-8 weeks to heal, and it is recommended to leave the jewelry in during this entire period. Other piercings, such as cartilage piercings or genital piercings, can take several months or even up to a year to fully heal, and it is important to leave the jewelry in place during this time.
After the initial healing period, it may be possible to remove the jewelry for short periods of time, but it is important to keep the piercing site clean and to ensure that the hole does not close up. It’s important to note that some piercings, such as dermal piercings or surface piercings, may require jewelry to be worn continuously to prevent the hole from closing up.
If you are considering removing jewelry from a healing piercing, it’s important to consult with a professional piercer or healthcare provider to ensure that it is safe to do so and to get advice on how to care for the piercing during the healing process.