Piercing Healing Times

Healing time depends on the placement, on how quickly you heal as an individual, and on how carefully you follow the aftercare. The times below are averages:

Placement	Average healing time
Earlobe	2 – 4 months
Ear cartilage	4 months – 1 year
Lip	2 – 4 months
Tongue	1 – 2 months
Nose	2 – 4 months
Eyebrow	2 – 4 months
Cheek	4 – 8 months
Navel	4 months – 1 year
Chest / Nipple	3 – 8 months
Genital	2 – 6 weeks
Dermal	3 months – 1 year

Cartilage and mucosal tissue — the mouth and the inside of the nose — generally heal more slowly and are more sensitive. Sticking closely to the aftercare protocol matters especially in these areas. For the detailed steps, see piercing aftercare.