Piercing and oral health

Did you know a pierced tongue, lip or chin may lead to gum and tooth problems?

June is National Smile Month! In addition to reminding you to treat your smile with care by brushing daily and visiting your dental professional for routine checkups, it is our privilege to provide you with valuable insight into oral piercings and your oral health.

The fact is that many individuals who choose lip, cheek, chin or tongue piercings end up looking to their dental professional or physician at some point down the road. Oral piercing can cause pain, swelling, infection, drooling, taste loss, scarring, chipped teeth and tooth loss. Most dentists discourage oral piercing due to the many risks involved. If you decide to get an oral piercing, it is important to understand these risks and follow the home-care tips given to you by your dentist and piercing specialist.

By providing you with information about oral piercings, we hope to equip and encourage you to make informed decisions.

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