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The barbell is 14g that is the actual thickness of the jewellery as for how long it it that depends on the thickness of the tongue, that is the job of the professional body piercer to determine what size will best accommodate swelling .
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agothe gauge is usually 14, and the length really depends on your mouth, and the fact that your tongue will swell up a bit the first 2 weeks.
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∙ 14y agoA 14g 7/8" surgical stainless steel barbell is typical for the initial healing period. After your tongue heals you can switch to a 14g 1/2" barbell/tongue ring.
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Do you get to pick a bar or is it a certain one?
Depends on the piercing. For tongues, it's usually a metal bar of a small-medium size, though it also depends on the size of your tongue.
Recommended Bar size for 041 chainsaw?
An 18" or 20" bar would be ideal on a Stihl 041 http://store.chainsawr.com/
What size tongue bar do you use to pierce?
The standard size for a tongue piercing is usually 14 gauge. However, the exact size of the tongue bar used may vary depending on the individual's anatomy and the piercer's preference. It's important to consult with a professional piercer who can assess and recommend the appropriate size for you.
How long is a long tongue bar?
Each barbell is scaled to the size of the tongue to be pierced therefore there is no "actual size" barbell for tongues, this is why you need to have the piercing done by a professional body piercer who will scale and measure the tongue and place the correctly sized barbell into the piercing.
What size of bar is used for tongue piercing?
Generally a 14 gauge barbell, this may differ depending on preference.
Can tongue rings be use as bellybutton rings?
No. A tongue bar is straight, whereas a bellybutton bar is curved (known as a banana bar).
How long do you leave a tongue stud in before you charge it?
Typically you should wait at least 30 days before changing the tongue bar that you were pierced with. A shorter surgical steel tongue bar may be put in to replace the original tongue bar after swelling in the tongue goes down.
Do you have to get a long tongue bar first?
Yes you do, if you do not and your tongue swells the pain will be TERRIBLE..
What should you keep in your lip while it heals?
Depending on the Size of your lips I would get a Long Tongue Bar 18-16g Because your lips swell up
Why would I have Craters on the tongue?
cause our tongue is the size of mars
How long after you get your tongue pierced can you change to a smaller bar?
It is generally recommended to wait at least 4-6 weeks before changing to a smaller bar for a tongue piercing. This allows for proper healing and reduces the risk of complications or irritation. Be sure to consult with your piercer before making any changes to ensure it is safe to do so.
Can you shrink your tongue?
No, the size of your tongue is determined by genetics and cannot be permanently altered. Stretching exercises or tongue piercings may temporarily change the appearance of the tongue, but they will return to their original size.
