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What are your thoughts on oral piercings?
Are they cool?
Do they cause damage to peoples teeth?
Let us know what you think.
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What are your thoughts on oral piercings?
Are they cool?
Do they cause damage to peoples teeth?
Let us know what you think.
About 2 months ago. It was a good experience overall, but the woman that cleaned my teeth was somewhat new. I had no cavities and the visit went quickly and smoothly. If the hygienist was more experienced I think it would be even better.
Dear Robert,
Congratulations on no cavities! Why do you mention the hygienist being more experienced? What gave you that impression?
Soooo, i was thinking about getting a lip piercing. Any info I should know before I make any decisions? I was thinking about getting a Labret(lower lip). Thnx for any info in advance
Here are some tips if you Must get an oral piercing:
What should I look for in an oral piercing studio?
If you have decided to go through with the oral piercing procedure, here’s what to look for:
• Ask friends who have had their tongue, lips, or cheeks pierced – and have suffered no ill consequences – to recommend the name of the studio they visited.
• Visit the studio. Ask to look at the studio’s photo portfolio.
• Ask to see the studio’s health certificates.
• Does the studio have a clean appearance, especially the area where the piercing is done? Ask if they use hospital-grade autoclaves for sterilization and/or use disposable instruments. Does the staff use disposable gloves?
• Are all the needles, as well as the studs, hoops, and barbells, kept in sterilized packaging?
• Are all staff involved in the piercings vaccinated against hepatitis B? They should be; ask.
• Staff should be friendly and willing to answer all of your questions.
What can I do at home to best care for my new oral piercing?
A pierced tongue can take four to six weeks to heal. Pierced lips take between one and two months to heal. During this healing period, here’s what you should do:
• Avoid alcohol, spicy foods, and hard and sticky foods.
• Don’t smoke or use tobacco-based products.
• Brush after every meal and rinse with a mouthwash, such as a non-alcohol rinse (Oxyfresh®).
• Rinse your mouth frequently with warm salt water.
• Eat soft foods. Consult your dentist about taking vitamins to promote faster healing.
• Make an appointment with your dentist if you suspect a problem or have a concern. It is critical for dentists to check your teeth, gums, tongue, and soft tissues for early signs of any problems.
These are some links you can also read about the risks of oral piercings:
What should I look for in an oral piercing studio?
If you have decided to go through with the oral piercing procedure, here’s what to look for:
• Ask friends who have had their tongue, lips, or cheeks pierced – and have suffered no ill consequences – to recommend the name of the studio they visited.
• Visit the studio. Ask to look at the studio’s photo portfolio.
• Ask to see the studio’s health certificates.
• Does the studio have a clean appearance, especially the area where the piercing is done? Ask if they use hospital-grade autoclaves for sterilization and/or use disposable instruments. Does the staff use disposable gloves?
• Are all the needles, as well as the studs, hoops, and barbells, kept in sterilized packaging?
• Are all staff involved in the piercings vaccinated against hepatitis B? They should be; ask.
• Staff should be friendly and willing to answer all of your questions.
What can I do at home to best care for my new oral piercing?
A pierced tongue can take four to six weeks to heal. Pierced lips take between one and two months to heal. During this healing period, here’s what you should do:
• Avoid alcohol, spicy foods, and hard and sticky foods.
• Don’t smoke or use tobacco-based products.
• Brush after every meal and rinse with a mouthwash, such as a non-alcohol rinse (Oxyfresh®).
• Rinse your mouth frequently with warm salt water.
• Eat soft foods. Consult your dentist about taking vitamins to promote faster healing.
• Make an appointment with your dentist if you suspect a problem or have a concern. It is critical for dentists to check your teeth, gums, tongue, and soft tissues for early signs of any problems.
\http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS146561+09-Jul-2009+PRN20090709
http://www.thaindian.com/newsportal/sports/tongue-or-lip-piercings-could-prove-a-dental-disaster-for-teens_10062710.html
http://www.wsoctv.com/health/11436245/detail.html
so, my tooth has been hurting a lot in the last couple of weeks i think its my back tooth….anyone know what i should do?
Dear Kami,
Is the pain in your mouth towards the back and around the area of your gums? If so my immediate thought without seeing your mouth is that you may have some new molars coming in. These are your second molars and come in around the age of 12 or 13.
You may find it easy to put some salt in warm water in a glass and then swish back there to ease the pain. You can also find an old remedy called Glyoxide (A small wite squeezable bottle with blue letters on the outside of the bottle. It costs no more than $6.00. Another product is called Rincinol and this acts as a band aid around the sore area. It is like a gel in texture. This may cost @ $8.00.) Glyoxide has a bit of hydrogen peroxide and will help and is inexpensive but may be difficult to find since it is an older product. Glyoxide is only 10% hydrogen peroxide – — not full strength. This may work well. Straight Peroxide will burn the gum tissue so do not use this full strength in your mouth.
You probably want to stay away from anything with alcohol as this will burn the gum tissues as well.
Let me know if this helps and keep me posted if the pain is still there. Keep me posted as it is difficult to know when I can’t see your mouth.
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