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Gold vs Titanium
Both can be excellent — timing matters. Titanium for fresh work; gold for healed upgrades when you want warmth and permanence.
— Katelyn Cole, master piercer, Work of Art Las Vegas
Fresh piercings
- Implant-grade titanium (ASTM F136) — always my starter unless you have a documented metal plan we build together.
Healed upgrades
- 14k or 18k solid gold from BVLA, Buddha, Anatometal — not plated fashion gold.
- Gold is heavier — I check cartilage healed enough to support decorative ends.
Allergies
- Nickel sensitivity clients stay on titanium longer; gold alloys still contain trace metals — disclose allergies at consult.
