The new flexible materials are GREAT for all piercings. In fact, I don't know why people would even want steel bars ever again. I'm not talking about acrylic, which is not very flexible, and is also not as safe as PTFE and bioplast. Flexible PTFE bars are a Godsend for sports and aerobics and other exercise. Also a wonderful thing to have on hand for those big holiday dinners. With steel bars, you're...well...stuck. But a flexible PTFE belly ring you can cut to whatever size you want, so it's longer, and it will also bend with you. AHHHHhhhhh... :)
So, why do manufacturers prefer to sell steel bars? Because the bottoms are soldered together, so you can't re-use the bar with other ends. They are also hoping you will lose the top ball and buy a whole new belly ring. Piercing studios will charge up to $16 (WOW!) for a replacement ball, or if they don't stock them, they will try to convince you that a replacement ball won't fit your body jewelry.. Truth is, you can buy replacement balls easy, and they fit standard gauges! Visit our site and the Accessories section for replacement balls that won't hurt your pocketbook. :)
~Jeanne
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