The American Dental Association advises against the practices of cosmetic intraoral/perioral piercings and views this invasive procedure with negative health effects that outweighs any potential benefit. There are many risks involved with tongue piercings such as:
* blood poisoning
* bacterial infections
* chipped or cracked teeth
* scarring
* heart infections
* chronic pain
* embedded oral jewelry
* damaged nerves
* brain abscess
Tongue piercings can have a serious (sometimes deadly) impact on health. If you have any questions or concerns regarding tongue piercings, please give our office a call.