Can I damage my teeth or gums? Yes, you can. Much like lip or labret piercings, tongue piercings also have the potential to cause damage to your teeth. … 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.
In this way, why are tongue piercing bars so long?
The piercing jewelry used it also long because the longer barbells give the pierced site more room for healing and swelling. If the piercing swells and you are wearing a short piercing barbell, the swelling will wrap around the barbell, including the end balls, and this contact would increase the risk of infections.
A properly positioned tongue piercing will be on the mid-line of your tongue (right in the middle), and placed approximately 3/4-inch back from the tip, and will likely be pierced on a diagonal with the top leaning back slightly, allowing the top ball to lean away from your teeth.
Furthermore, how do I know if my tongue piercing bar is too short?
As long as more then half of the ball is visible, like it appears to be in your case then the length of the bar should be fine. If more then half of the ball sinks in, then you need to go see your piercer.
Do tongue piercings affect kissing?
Swapping saliva brings in foreign bacteria, which can impede healing. And because the tongue swells, a larger barbell is initially used — usually for seven to 10 days — making kissing more difficult.
Will my tongue piercing close up after 10 years?
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. … If the tongue piercing is removed for even one night, it will partially close up as it is a muscle, which is very unlike ear piercings.
What not to 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.
How long after tongue piercing can I give oral?
Hold off on kissing or oral sex while healing.
Healing times vary from person to person, but Skellie says to wait at least 30 days after the client has their jewelry shortened — not just the initial piercing.
Does food get stuck in tongue piercings?
Much like an ear piercing, if you take the post out there is still scar tissue, so the skin never heals completely. Food and bacteria will always get stuck in the hole, resulting in you constantly being vigilant about the care and cleaning of your tongue and mouth.
Which tongue piercing is the safest?
A standard tongue piercing is a little easier to care for because placing the piercing in the centre of the tongue is safer. There is less contact with teeth and the inside of the mouth, so the initial healing period is faster with swelling reducing in just 2-4 weeks.
What type of tongue ring is the best?
Stainless steel
Can a tongue bar be too short?
If your starter tongue barbell is too short, causing the top and bottom balls to press into your tongue, that pressure can lead to necrosis (i.e. tissue death), which can eventually cause infection if it continues for too long.
How often should you clean your tongue ring?
At least every six to eight weeks, take your piercing out to clean it. When you buy new jewelry, clean it before inserting it into your tongue.
How can I make my tongue piercing heal faster?
Some other strategies that can speed healing include:
- brushing the teeth regularly to keep the mouth clean.
- rinsing the piercing after each meal.
- not smoking.
- minimizing talking during the first few days.
- not playing with or touching the piercing.
