Exactly How Long These 10 Common Piercings Take to Heal

Admittedly, Gottschalk said his studio is more conservative than most when it comes to nostril piercings, but he recommended waiting a full nine months before considering the piercing healed. This is also how long Gottschalk prefers most clients to wait before trading their stud out for a ring, since piercing with rings can lead to an increase in initial irritation and a more difficult healing process.