Yes you can, in fact that's typically what a piercer will do, especially with cartilage piercings. They pierce with a gauge size bigger than the actual jewelry.
Should I get a 14g or 16g septum piercing?
The “standard” gauge size for a septum piercing is 16g but 14g is a good option as well. You should look into the type of jewelry you want to wear when it's healed and see what size it comes in to help you make your decision.
Can I put a 14g in a 16g septum?
With gauge sizing, the smaller the number, the larger the diameter. 14g is actually larger than 16g, so it will not make it shrink it will make it stretch and make the hole bigger.
How big is a 14g septum?
While 16G is the typical starter gauge, some people choose to size down to 18 gauge (approx. 1.0mm thick) or size up to 14 gauge (approx. 1.6mm thick).6 Jan 2020
What gauge are most septums pierced at?
The most common gauge for a septum piercing is 16G or 16-gauge. However, the piercer you choose may go up or down in sizes based on your anatomy and preferences.
How big is a 14 gauge septum?
1/16-inch
Can I put 14 gauge in a 16 gauge piercing?
Yes you can. The jewellery won't be very snug, though, and might move around a lot. Having said that, the whole will probably close up a bit around the smaller gauge jewellery so you might not be able to wear 14g there any more.
What is the standard size for a septum piercing?
16g
Is 14G or 16G bigger?
As the numbers go up the size gets smaller. 14 IS thicker than 16. ALWAYS. The lower the number, the thicker the gauge so 16g is thinner than a 14g.
Is 16G bigger than 14g piercing?
14g is bigger. The lower the number, the bigger the needle or jewelry. So buy 16g jewelry and a 14g needle, or 14g jewelry and a 12g needle. Body piercing doesn't really use odd numbers, so the next size will always be the next even number.