Daith

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Collection: Daith | Gauge: 16g (1.2mm) | Recommended Length/Diameter: 8mm to 10mm rings | Material: ASTM F136 Implant-Grade Titanium

The daith piercing passes through the innermost fold of cartilage, the small crus of the helix that curves just above the ear canal and behind the tragus. It is one of the few cartilage piercings that is pierced with a ring from day one, because a straight bar cannot follow the curve of the fold. That makes daith jewellery the natural home for a decorative ring: hinged clickers with a gem-set front, heart and moon shaped rings, and plain seamless hoops all sit beautifully in the hollow of the ear. The daith is thick cartilage in an awkward spot, so ASTM F136 implant-grade titanium is the right material: nickel-free, hypoallergenic and light enough that a larger statement piece does not drag on healing tissue.

What size ring do I need for a daith piercing?

Most daith piercings take a 16g (1.2mm) ring with an 8mm inner diameter. A 10mm ring suits a deeper fold or a heavier decorative front that needs more room to sit clear of the cartilage. Going smaller than 8mm is rarely a good idea, because the ring then presses on both sides of the fold. Measure your current ring across the inside or ask your piercer if you are unsure which diameter they fitted.

Daith Jewellery: The Best Piercing for a Statement Ring in Implant-Grade Titanium

UK piercers pierce the daith at 16g (1.2mm) and fit an 8mm ring for most ears, or 10mm where the fold is deeper or the client wants a larger decorative front to show. A clicker is the easiest style for a fresh daith because it opens on a hinge and closes with a click, so it can be fitted without twisting the ring through the cartilage. Healing takes 6 to 9 months on average, sometimes longer, and the main mistakes are wearing over-ear headphones that press on the ring, cleaning with anything other than saline, and swapping to a ring that is too small and pinches the fold. Many people pair a daith ring with a rook barbell above it, a conch stud beside it or a helix hoop on the rim.

Does a daith piercing help with migraines?

There is no reliable scientific evidence that a daith piercing treats or prevents migraines. Some people report fewer headaches after getting one, which may be a placebo effect or coincidence, and clinical studies have not shown a consistent benefit. Get a daith because you like how it looks, and speak to a GP about migraine treatment. If you do choose one, implant-grade titanium keeps the piercing itself as comfortable as possible.

How long does a daith piercing take to heal?

A daith piercing usually takes 6 to 9 months to heal, and some take up to a year. The cartilage is thick and the piercing sits in a fold that is hard to keep dry and clean, both of which slow healing. Tenderness generally fades after the first 2 to 3 months. Clean with sterile saline twice a day, avoid over-ear headphones and sleeping on that side, and do not change the ring until your piercer confirms it has settled.

Can I change a daith ring myself?

Once healed, a daith ring can be changed at home, and a hinged clicker makes it straightforward: open the hinge, guide the ring through the fold and click it shut. Seamless segment rings are harder to change in the daith because of the angle, so many people ask their piercer for those. Never change the ring while the piercing is still healing, and if it feels stiff or sore when you try, stop and get help rather than forcing it.