What is do belly button piercings close?

It depends on several factors, including how long you've had the piercing, how well it was initially cared for, and your body's natural healing abilities.

• New Piercings: A relatively new belly%20button%20piercing (a few months old or less) will likely close quickly, sometimes within days or even hours, if the jewelry is removed. This is because the fistula (the hole created by the piercing) hasn't fully matured.

• Established Piercings: A piercing that's been in place for a year or more has a higher chance of leaving a scar but might not close entirely, especially if it's been in for several years. The skin may shrink, but a small hole or indentation might remain.

• Infections: Infections can affect the healing process and potentially lead to more significant scarring, regardless of how long you've had the piercing. If you remove the jewelry during an infection, the hole may close more quickly.

• Migration/Rejection: If your body is rejecting the piercing, the hole is less likely to heal neatly and more prone to scarring.

• Care and Maintenance: Proper aftercare during the initial healing phase greatly influences the outcome. Neglecting the piercing increases the chance of complications and potentially affects how it closes.

In summary, while a fresh piercing will almost certainly close quickly, an older, well-established piercing may shrink significantly but not entirely disappear, possibly leaving a scar. Individual results can vary.