Frequently Asked Questions

Great article on lip piercing. What about tongue piercings?

Tongue percings have even more detrimental effects to oral health because of the strength of the tongue and its active role in speech, swallowing and eating. There is a high incidence of broken and chipped teeth in people with tongue piercings. The larger the ornament worn in the tongue, the more damage to the teeth and the greater harbor for bacteria and infection.

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