Remember
that guy with the lip ring you fell in love with in high school? I wonder how
her teeth are now. Don't get us wrong - at Granbury Dental Center we care about
freedom of expression, and if you enjoy body modifications such as tattoos and
piercings, we support you. However, as dentists, we strongly advise you not to
have oral piercings because they can be really harmful to your teeth and we want
you to keep your teeth healthy so you can continue to express yourself with a
beautiful smile.
Oral
piercing refers to any piercing in or around the mouth. Previously, the only
options were more traditional tongue or lip piercings, but today there are more
than you might imagine. If you have it in your mouth, it's best to believe that
someone pierced it. From spider web tongue piercings to vampire or upper
frenulum piercings, gum piercings, venom bites, snake eyes, emoji piercings,
frown piercings, and even eye piercings. Tongue, yes, obviously you can pierce
your tongue. There is even a "tooth piercing" which is not
necessarily a drilled hole but a gem embedded in the surface of the tooth. But
of course, we don't recommend any of this, so don't get too over the edge!
Infection
If
you've ever had your ears pierced or otherwise, you understand the risk of
infection and the importance of keeping your new piercing clean. However, oral
piercings have a much higher infection rate due to their location in or around
the mouth. There are millions of bacteria in the mouth (some are beneficial,
some are extremely dangerous) that can invade the piercing and cause infection.
According
to the American Dental Association, secondary infections can lead to serious
illnesses such as bloodborne hepatitis, angina pectoris, and herpes. There is
always a risk of infection with oral piercings, especially for several weeks
after the first piercing. Signs of infection include swelling, pain, fever,
chills, tremors, or red streaks around the piercing. Contact us immediately if
you notice signs of infection.
Damage
to teeth and gums
One of
the most common dental problem associated with oral piercings is damage to the
teeth and gums. It is easy enough to damage your teeth and gums by chewing on
ice or brushing your teeth too hard. Add metal jewelry to this equation and you
have a recipe for disaster. Oral piercings can irritate the gum tissue and
damage the enamel in the form of cracks, chips, scratches, and tooth
sensitivity.
If any
dental work has been done, including fillings or crowns, oral piercings can
also, damage them, so if you don't want to spend more money and time on a dental
chair repairing your dental work, we recommend that you choose Non - Oral
piercing: if you really want to drill something.
Nerve
damage
After
tongue piercing, numbness often occurs due to nerve damage; This is usually
temporary, but sometimes it can be permanent. Nerve damage can affect your
sense of taste and the movement and function of your mouth. Tongue piercings
are also known to damage the blood vessels of the tongue, which can lead to
severe blood loss.
Other
hazards
Allergic
reactions are always possible with piercings. Some people are allergic to
certain types of metals, and some are simply hypersensitive to certain metals.
Tongue piercings can increase the production of saliva, which can lead to
excessive salivation and can also affect your speech, causing you to lisp. Not
as attractive as you thought, huh? Finally, oral piercings can be a problem
when it comes to dental care because it interferes with X-rays and prevents us
from seeing the full image of your mouth.
Our
advice
If you
already have a piercing in your mouth, we recommend that you remove it, but we
understand if it has become a staple of your brand identity. If you are still
thinking about oral piercings after reading this article, or are still thinking
about getting it done, read at least our tips on how to care for it and avoid
or minimize dental problems.
Choose a
jewelry style that works well for your mouth.
Please
measure your jewelry accordingly. Longer or larger jewelry may be required at
first due to the swelling, but once the swelling subsides, the jewelry needs
to be replaced or resized.
If you
choose metal jewelry, make sure you are aware of any sensitivities you may have
and make sure the jewelry is up to surgical implant standards.
Use
polymer beads to reduce the risk of injury, and select a smaller bead for the lower part of the tongue to reduce contact with this soft tissue area.
Keep
your piercing clean and free of debris by thoroughly brushing and flossing and
rinsing your mouthwash after every meal; Contrary to what you might think,
non-alcohol is the best option because alcohol dries up and dry mouth is more
susceptible to infection.
Do not
play with jewelry, move it around in your mouth, or even chew or click your teeth.
Be careful and attentive to the movement of the jewelry when you talk and eat.
Check
the fit of your jewelry regularly (with clean hands) to make sure it is
securely attached so that you do not swallow or choke on it.
If you
play sports, you can remove jewelry while playing, and always wear a mouthguard.
Practice
good oral hygiene and visit us regularly so that we can identify any minor
problems before they develop.
We hope
this article has made you think twice about oral piercings. After all, there are
many other places to get pierced and many other ways to express yourself that
don't involve permanent damage to the mouth. If you already have or plan to
have a piercing in your mouth, we hope you follow our advice on how best to
minimize damage.
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