You can cut the 2" Shaft to length or you can wear it like in the picture. The Shaft is Self Threading. Meaning you actually thread the shaft the first time you screw on the balls.
 

We send 2 extra balls in case you loose them.

This piece is safe for all 9 months and after!

Teflon (polytetrafluoroethylene) shaft and Acrylic ends. Polytetrafluoroethylene is used in many surgical implants and is safe for your piercing.

 The long shaft may be trimmed to fit your piercing. The ends will rethread when a ball is screwed on. This is a great way to get a custom fit!