About tongue piercings, it is true that tongue piercings do not completely close up if they have completely healed before the tongue stud is removed. However, they do close up relatively quickly.
Likewise, do tongue piercings ruin your teeth?
Unfortunately, yes. A tongue piercing can cause damage to teeth. Piercings are usually hard metal, which inside the mouth can cause damage. Biting down onto the piercing or playing with it can result in scratching or chipping teeth, as well as increased tooth sensitivity.
Simply so, can you get paralyzed from piercing your tongue?
Nerve Injury
The tongue is supplied by the hypoglossal nerve and the lingual branch of the trigeminal nerve. These nerves can be damaged during piercing and permanent paralysis of the tongue can occur.
Can I re pierce my tongue myself?
Can I re–pierce in the same hole or should I make a new one because of scar tissue? You can repierce it. The only thing is it might a be a little harder to get the needle through and might have possible healing issues.
What can you not do after getting your tongue pierced?
On the flip side, don’t:
- use tongue scrapers.
- play with your jewelry.
- engage in french kissing or oral sex until the piercing has completely healed.
- play contact sports with your jewelry in your tongue.
- smoke or drink alcohol during the healing process.
Does a tongue piercing make your breath stink?
It’s harder to brush around studs in the tongue or rings in the lips, so plaque can build up over time. If you don’t clean your oral piercing regularly, your breath can start to stink as a result. Mouth piercings increase saliva production.
Do you have to take tongue ring out at dentist?
Because the dental assistant will position your tongue out of the way as the dentist works, your ring may not be a problem. If your ring is very large or located in an inconvenient location, or your mouth is very small, your dentist may recommend that you remove your ring before your visit.
Does a tongue piercing affect oral?
But if you are considering getting a tongue piercing, talk to your dentist and educate yourself on the risks involved. Like any piercing, there’s a risk for infection—but when it comes to your oral health, the long-term effects could impact your teeth, gums, and other areas of your mouth.
