Lost Piercing Jewelry? Tips to Keep the Hole from Closing

1. Introduction

Losing a piercing jewelry can be a moment of panic for many, as it often triggers fears that the piercing passage will close. Fortunately, there are simple and effective solutions to react quickly and minimize the risk of scarring of the passage. In this article, we will explore the steps to take to keep your piercing open, and how to prevent jewelry loss in the future.

2. React quickly to prevent the piercing hole from closing

• Understanding how a hole heals: What happens when we lose our jewelry? A piercing is a foreign body, inserted into the human body, which only asks to heal this wound. If you lose your jewelry, your body will do everything to heal the canal (it will be even faster with a recent piercing). However, your hole will not heal instantly, it will start to tighten before completely closing itself a few days later.
  This is why it is best to go see your piercer as soon as possible so that he can reopen the passage that is still present before putting a jewel back in it. This act can be unpleasant but not insurmountable. To avoid it, you just need to check every morning that your jewel is screwed in properly ;)
• Act without delay : The first thing to do if you lose your jewelry is to react quickly to prevent the hole from starting to close. Putting on a temporary piece of jewelry as quickly as possible is recommended to keep the passage open and limit the risk of it closing again.
• Clean the area : If the jewelry is lost in an outdoor or public place, it is essential to disinfect the area as well as the jewelry before trying anything to avoid any risk of infection.

3. Temporarily replace the piercing jewelry

• Use a spare piece of jewelry : Having a spare piece of jewelry can be very helpful in case of sudden loss. Inserting a clean and, ideally, sterilized piece of jewelry helps keep the passage open.
• Temporary Jewelry Options : If you don't have any piercing jewelry on hand, a simple earring may be enough to keep the hole open until you can see your piercer to get a suitable piece of jewelry.
• Consult a professional : In some cases, it may be best to go to a piercer quickly to get a suitable replacement jewelry, especially if the passage begins to tighten.

4. What to do if the piercing hole is already starting to close?

• Do not force reinsertion : If you notice that the passage is partially closed/tightened, it is important not to force your jewelry through, as this could cause irritation, bleeding or even infection.
• Consult a piercer : A professional can often gently reattach jewelry without excessive pain, especially if the piercing is old.
• Prepare a new piercing if necessary : ​​If the canal is completely closed, a new piercing can be considered, but you will have to wait for the area to heal completely before putting in jewelry.

5. Tips to secure your piercing jewelry and avoid loss

• Choose quality jewelry : Opting for durable materials like ASTM F-136 titanium helps limit the risk of loss or allergic reaction.