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Actually piercing your tongue does not damage your teeth. However, over time the enamel on your teeth can be worn down by the constant rubbing and bumping of the metal against the back of your teeth, or sometimes the front if you are putting the ring through your teeth constantly. The best way to prevent it is to not "play" with the tongue ring between your teeth, and also try using plastic balls instead of the metal ones, which aren't as bad, but still may cause some damage.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 15y agoThe greatest danger to the teeth from a tongue piercing comes from possible trauma to the teeth, and it is easier than you might think.
If you trip or fall, the metal ball can become a small projectile, slamming into the teeth. A simple fender bender in a car (5 mph or less) can have the same results, even if you are wearing your seatbelt. Any quick snap to the head or neck can cause the ball to impact the teeth and damage them.
Have you ever accidentally bitten your tongue? You know how easy and painful that can be. If there is a hard metal object in your mouth and you inadvertently bite down hard on it, the teeth can be fractured.
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∙ 14y agoNo, but your tongue can get infected and you might have to get it amputated if it gets really infected
Ive never heard of needing to have your tongue amputated from infection, it would have to be pretty bad... But a tongue ring really can knock the enamel from the back side of your teeth.
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∙ 13y agoYes. The bottom ball will rub against the back of your bottom teeth and will likely cause gum erosion/recession.
Wear acrylic balls on the bottom. It will greatly help.
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Does tongue piercing damage teeth?
A tongue piercing does not damage the teeth unless the actual metal piercing rubs against or touches the tongue many times.
Does it matter how large your tongue is in order to pierce it?
When you go to book your appointment have the piercer look at your tongue before hand to tell you if there is enough free room for a tongue piercing. If you are told there is not enough room, then take that as fact and find something else to get done. Be aware that there are some less than reputable piercers who will attempt to pierce a tongue that just doesn't have the safe room for a piercing. This can cause damage to the gums and teeth more than a standard tongue piercing would cause.
Can you pierce your tongue with braces on?
Yes, you can have your tongue pierced with braces on. Orthodontists may not agree with it, but they cannot stop you, nor can they make you remove it. There really is no issue with it aside from chipping your teeth if you have it done professionally.
Are there any complications with tongue rings?
There are multiple complications that can occur from tongue rings. Infection is a common complication. Tongue rings can also crack or chip your teeth and increase the risk of damage to teeth enamel.
Where is the vein to look for when piercing a tongue?
I really have no clue, but please, don't pierce your tongue! It can cause many dental problems, like receding gums, a swollen tongue, and it's especially painful. Nobody uses and pain-number when piercing tongues. The tongue ring can also scratch the enamel off teeth, causing you to get a ton of cavities and eventually your tooth to fall out. It can also cause tooth pain. If you pierce a nerve or a vain, your tongue could swell so much you would suffocate (it happens pretty often), or your tongue would permanently hurt so long as you kept the ring on. Seriously, do not pierce your tongue!!!!!!Even though some of the above is correct, it doesnt really answer the question.Don't pierce your tongue yourself. You risk infection, disease contraction, and severe blood loss. Go to a professional and they'll know where to pierce it.
What colour should my tongue be after tongue piercing?
Your tongue should maintain its pink color after you pierce it.
What can a tongue ring do to teeth?
Well, it can chip your teeth, rub the enamel off, rub your gums down. It can cause major damage to your teeth, so get an acryllic plastic or rubber one :) Problem solved.
What is the function of the teeth and the tongue?
how do your teeth and tongue work together
How does a tongue piercing affect you?
if your tongue is between your front teeth when you suck it, you get an open bite. your front teeth can also stick out. i suck my tongue too but instead of it between my teeth, i fold my tongue in half and then suck it. that caused me to have an overbite because somehow in folding my tongue and sucking it, it caused my lower jaw to go in hence my overbite.
Is it expensive to pierce your tongue?
like 70
Do they pierce your tongue from the bottom or top?
The Bottom
How can a chef not get there tongue pierced?
they dont pierce it....what an idea.
