From Initial Piercing to Tongue Ring Bling - How to Care for Your New Piercing
You may have started with pierced ears. That's usually the first step since earrings for pierced ears are found everywhere. Then, maybe you ventured to your belly button and got that pierced. There are some very sexy belly button rings that are great to show off with that new outfit or bikini. For some, the next body part to be pierced is the tongue. It's amazing all the styles of tongue rings that are available to show off your individuality. Try a Playboy branded barbell, a vibrating or diamond stud, or even a smiley face. Tongue rings come in many shapes and sizes. However, before you get to these fashionable options, you must go with a basic surgical steel barbell and take steps to properly care for your new piercing.
Your mouth has enzymes which naturally fight off bacteria so experiencing an infection from a tongue piercing is rare. In fact, more harm can be done to a new piercing by using too much of the mouthwash recommended. All that swishing could kill some of the useful natural enzymes in your mouth!
The best option is to rinse with the mouthwash no more than twice a day. The piercing itself should be cleaned in the morning and before going to bed with a simple solution of salt and water. Be sure your own hands are clean before touching the piercing.
When you experience swelling, put some ice chips on your tongue and just let them melt. This will help reduce any inflammation. It's also a good idea to plan on switching to a liquid diet for a few days. Ice cream is allowed, but avoid hard and crunchy foods. Try some smoothies, fruit juices and clear liquids.
Do not try to remove the initial barbell on your own. Yes, you are going to be anxious to put in your new tongue ring, but wait to get some help from a professional. They will be better able to check on the piercing to be certain that it has healed properly and is ready for full exposure.
And speaking of exposure, keep your new piercing away from anything that could introduce irritants to the area. This includes smoking, chewing tobacco or oral sex. All normal activities can be resumed after the healing process has been completed; however, avoid a longer healing process than is necessary by following our tips for the best healing.
If at any time you are not comfortable with your piercing, see a doctor or get it removed. Although an infection is rare sometimes our bodies have different reactions. If in doubt, just get it check out.
Your mouth has enzymes which naturally fight off bacteria so experiencing an infection from a tongue piercing is rare. In fact, more harm can be done to a new piercing by using too much of the mouthwash recommended. All that swishing could kill some of the useful natural enzymes in your mouth!
The best option is to rinse with the mouthwash no more than twice a day. The piercing itself should be cleaned in the morning and before going to bed with a simple solution of salt and water. Be sure your own hands are clean before touching the piercing.
When you experience swelling, put some ice chips on your tongue and just let them melt. This will help reduce any inflammation. It's also a good idea to plan on switching to a liquid diet for a few days. Ice cream is allowed, but avoid hard and crunchy foods. Try some smoothies, fruit juices and clear liquids.
Do not try to remove the initial barbell on your own. Yes, you are going to be anxious to put in your new tongue ring, but wait to get some help from a professional. They will be better able to check on the piercing to be certain that it has healed properly and is ready for full exposure.
And speaking of exposure, keep your new piercing away from anything that could introduce irritants to the area. This includes smoking, chewing tobacco or oral sex. All normal activities can be resumed after the healing process has been completed; however, avoid a longer healing process than is necessary by following our tips for the best healing.
If at any time you are not comfortable with your piercing, see a doctor or get it removed. Although an infection is rare sometimes our bodies have different reactions. If in doubt, just get it check out.
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