NEW YORK (WABC) -- Ear gauging is a trend that involves stretching an ear piercing to accommodate a large plug, sometimes a half inch or wider. While it is popular with teens, some are realizing that ...

In recent years, ear stretching has become a popular form of self-expression for both men and women alike. While stretched, gauged ears are a personal choice for some, others may experience stretched ...

Editors Note: This story was written before COVID-19 had an impact on Iowa City. The piercing shops mentioned are temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Are you ready?” he asked me, ...

The range of ear piercings goes far beyond what most people expect. Some sit in soft tissue and heal quickly, others pass through thick cartilage and demand patience, and each comes with its own look, ...