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A popular piercing fad in the Western world after nose and ear piercing, tongue piercing is now one of the season's must-haves. Before getting it done, it is important to consider a few facts so you'll be able to take a better decision regarding tongue piercing.

Ancient illustrations depict pictures of the Aztecs and the Mayans having their tongue's pierced. Though the ancients used it as a method of pain infliction, God-honoring and other religious practices, today, it is a worldwide trend. Teenagers get their tongue pierced and clasp jewelry onto it-which is now gaining popularity, even in India.

A study by University at Buffalo researchers says that 'playing' with a pierced-tongue stud can eventually result in a gap between the front teeth.

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The procedure: Tongue piercing is usually done right through the center of the tongue. While getting your tongue pierced, the piercer will check your tongue underside for large blood vessels and mark the place for the piercing. The tongue is then held with forceps and a pierced with a needle from bottom to the top. In cases when the tongue is pierced from top to bottom, a cannula needle is used.

The after-effects: You should expect pain and swelling for at least 2 days post-piercing. It is not unusual that the tongue will swell up to double its size after the piercing, and may cause problems while speaking or eating. It is thus recommended that after the piercing, one should suck on crushed ice, which helps reduce pain and inflammation. Ibuprofen and other anti-inflammatory drugs can also be taken, if the pain is unmanageable.

Tongue piercing is a fashion these days, a bold statement that lures many teenagers. But, people tend to overlook the possible health hazards that can be caused by tongue piercing.

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The risk-factor: The International Dental Society has confirmed that tongue piercing can lead to a risk of damage to the teeth including chipped teeth, gum recession and even cutting of the tongue. If done improperly, the person may suffer from nerve damage, breathing difficulties, inability to swallow, paralysis of the tongue and infection. Using sterile equipment is highly important to reduce possible risks of HIV and other infections. In some instances, the ornament may come loose and may go down your throat causing lung or intestinal tears.

The stats: 14-41% of those having their tongues pierced reported dental fractures. Deadly brain abscesses affected around 2% people, whereas 19-68% of subjects reported recession of gingival tissue.

Reece-Marie Hall, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had to be rushed into emergency surgery after a tongue-piercing procedure went awry and instead ruptured a vein.

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Please use the information prudently. If you are not a medical doctor please remember to consult your healthcare provider as this information is not a substitute for professional advice.For most people, tongue piercing doesn’t hurt much at all. Much like lip or labret piercings, the tongue piercing is one of the easiest piercings to sit through—but it can be one of the more uncomfortable piercings during healing. Swelling is usually fairly substantial, and it will probably make speaking and eating difficult for a few days, but sitting through the procedure is usually not too bad.

By the time you feel any discomfort, the piercing is already done. The piercer will have a firm grip on your tongue—either with his or her fingers or with a pair of forceps—so with an experienced piercer there is actually very little you can do to mess the procedure up.

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Because of swelling, eating may be uncomfortable for the first couple of days. During this time, try not to eat anything that further irritates the area, such as solid, tough, crunchy, or hot (spicy or in temperature) foods. It is best to stick with foods that are softer and do not involve much chewing. Chilled smoothies are always a good idea.

You will have some readjusting to do in the first week or so while your tongue is swollen. If you simply speak more slowly and carefully, you should be fine. (It’s sort of like speaking with a wad of gum in your mouth you’re trying to hide.) The day after getting pierced is typically the worst; by day three, at least you can fake it.

You know that burning, tingling sensation you get when you use Listerine? Despite how it is marketed, that’s not a good thing when it comes to healing. Listerine is formulated for once a day use; it’s far too harsh to use repeatedly during the day, as it can upset the natural flora in your mouth. (This applies to any mouthwash with a high alcohol content.) Overuse of Listerine or a similar mouthwash can sometimes lead to oral yeast infections (called thrush in children), especially in people with a compromised immune system. If you see a thick, white film developing on your tongue and the back of your throat, quit the Listerine and switch to sea-salt gargles instead.

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You will need to switch to a shorter post after healing, but with our jewelry, because both balls unscrew from the barbell itself, you’ll only have to buy a new, shorter middle post (not an entirely new barbell). Once all the swelling is gone and you are fully healed (about four weeks), you should change your jewelry to something that fits more snugly to your tongue. A smaller barbell usually makes it easier to talk, easier to hide, and makes it less likely that you will damage your gums or teeth.

Yes, you can. Much like lip or labret piercings, tongue piercings also have the potential to cause damage to your teeth. The best way to minimize this risk is to make sure your jewelry fits properly; this mean putting in a shorter barbell after the first month. Since most damage comes from wearing jewelry that is too long—such as extra-long barbells rubbing against gums, biting the barbell, playing with the jewelry, etc.—it is vital that jewelry be downsized after healing.

During the healing period, the initial jewelry needs to remain in the piercing. You can get pierced with a tongue-colored disc (instead of a ball) on top, but it’s still in your best interest not to laugh or open your mouth too wide in front of the person you are hiding it from—and be sure to cover your mouth when you yawn. Downsizing your jewelry when healed can help minimize its visibility as well. We sell retainers, but they can only be worn for short periods of time, for use while eating or keeping in overnight.

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Grade school science class taught us that our tongue is covered with hundreds of taste buds, not just one or two. What’s more, these taste buds are replaced every couple of days—this is why you can burn your tongue with some super-heated café latte on Tuesday and taste buffalo wings and beer by Friday. Plus, most of your tasting is done with the edges of your tongue anyway. So no, a tongue piercing will not cause you to lose your sense of taste.

Absolutely. Since each of the balls unscrews from the barbell, you simply need to unscrew one end, pull the entire piece of jewelry out, and then slide the new one in. The tongue piercing is also extremely easy to stretch; usually, this is done by just inserting the next size every couple of months. However, if you do encounter any resistance when attempting to stretch your tongue piercing, you may want to try drinking something hot first, just make sure not to leave the piercing empty as it can tighten up after just ten or twenty minutes. If this happens, try drinking something hot to loosen it up, and see if you can ease your jewelry back into the piercing.

While this is rare, there are some who are not able to stick their tongue far enough out of their mouths for it to be pierced. Short tongues are more often caused by tight webbing on the underside of your tongue as opposed to the tongue length itself. For individuals whose tongues are shorter, we usually just pierce them closer—but not too close—to the tip. If the webbing is the problem, you can have the webbing itself cut and give the tongue more movement and perceived length. If you want more information on this procedure, ask your dentist on your next visit.

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Like any oral piercing, you should wait until the piercing has healed before exchanging bodily fluids. It’s important to remember you have an open wound in your