Oral piercings: consider the risk
07 April 2015 . Posted by Laurelyn in Tips and Tricks
Lip and tongue piercings are popular fashion statements but might change your smile forever.
Oral piercings can result in:
• Infection, swelling and pain upon insertion
• Diseases such as hepatitis from unclean equipment
• Uncontrolled bleeding
• Allergic response
• Gum recession
• Cracked or chipped teeth while eating and talking
• Choking on loose piercings such as studs, hoops and barbells