Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water
Clean the belly button area and the jewelry with saline or mild soap and water
Locate the top and bottom balls or ends of the ring
Hold the lower part of the jewelry steady
Unscrew or unclip the top end counterclockwise if it has threads
If the jewelry is a captive bead ring, gently remove the bead first
If the jewelry is a curved barbell, unscrew one end and slide the bar out
Slowly pull the jewelry out through the piercing
Stop if you feel pain, resistance, or swelling
Do not force it if it seems stuck
Seek help from a professional piercer if you cannot remove it safely
Clean the piercing again after removal