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Problems With Nose Piercings

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Katherine Kally

Common areas for nose piercings are the nostrils, the septum and the bridge. Healing times vary for each location. Nostril piercings heal in two to four months, bridge piercings heal between eight and 10 weeks, while septum piercings may take between six and eight months to heal.