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Q: Why do Africans stretch their ear lobes?
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Will faux plugs stretch your ear hole?

Yes, they technically will, depending on the faux plug that you get. Some Faux plugs are actually bigger than the mm of regular earrings. So yes, in a way faux plugs will stretch your ear lobes, will they stretch them any size that will prevent you from still having normal ear lobes? No, most faux plugs, if they are larger than a regular mm piercing, are less than 14g.


Are rounded ear lobes dominant or recessive?

Whether rounded ear lobes are dominant or recessive depends on the specific genetic variant involved. In general, it is believed that free (unattached) ear lobes are dominant over attached ear lobes. This means that if one parent has free ear lobes and the other parent has attached ear lobes, their offspring are more likely to have free ear lobes.


How do Africans stretch their ear lobes?

Stretching is carried out in stages, starting with smaller pieces of metal jewellery or other obejects pierced through the earlobe, gradually getting bigger over long periods so not as to damage the skin and create scar tissue.


Are unattached ear lobes better for stretching?

All lobes will stretch the same way. Its just that at larger sizes(1 inch +), attached lobes kinda tilt a little bit. I personally don't like that but hey, to each their own.


How do you get gauges?

you stretch your lobes


Can ear lobes shrink?

Yes, ear lobes can shrink over time due to factors such as weight loss or aging. Piercings in the ear lobes can also contribute to stretching and potentially reducing the size of the lobes. If you notice significant changes in your ear lobes, it's recommended to consult a healthcare professional for advice.


If both parents have detached ear lobes can they have a child with attached ear lobes?

Yes they can, because they could get the genes from a grandparent, or even farther back if they didn't have detached ear lobes.


How do you put spacers in your ear lobes?

To put spacers in your ear lobes, first make sure your ears are clean and disinfected. Next, gently stretch your ear by slowly inserting a spacer or taper into the piercing until comfortable. It is important to be patient and not force the spacer in, as this can cause damage to your ear lobes.


What are the Genotypes for free and fixed ear lobes in human beings?

The genotype for free ear lobes is usually represented as FF or Ff, where F stands for the dominant allele for free ear lobes. The genotype for fixed ear lobes is typically represented as ff, where f stands for the recessive allele for fixed ear lobes.


How fast can you gauge your ears?

Well that depends on your actual ear lobes. Small ear lobes = low stretch, Large ear lobes = bigger stretch. See you should only stretch loabes one gauge once every 30 days, this allows the tissue to expand safely without tearing the tissue. So it really depends on the sixe of your ear lobes, see a professional body piercer, they will discuss your plan and work out a safe schedule to get you up to the gauge you want.


Is it normal for chickens to have green ear lobes?

Yes, it is normal for some chicken breeds to have green or bluish ear lobes. The color of the ear lobes can vary depending on the breed. It does not indicate any health issues.


What helps to stretch your ear lobes?

To stretch your ear lobes, you can use tapers or taping methods to gradually increase the size of your ear piercing. It is important to stretch slowly and wait several weeks between each stretch to allow your ear lobes to heal properly. Using lubrication, such as jojoba oil, can also help with the stretching process.