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Taking risks
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Or how about these?
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The look of methamphetamine
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Meth Mouth
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Tongue Piercing
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General ComplicationsSwallowing the jewelryBacteremia-infection that goes into the
bloodstreamHemorrhage-there are arteries and veins in
the tongueLocalized infectionLudwig’s Angina- can be life threateningNerve damage-taste and speech is effectedSwelling of the tongue
Nerve damageSensitivity to metal
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Keloid from piercing“blowout”
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Piercing gone bad
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Infection from piercing
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Piercing infection
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Dental Complications
Cracked and fractured teeth-from the metal jewlreyGum recessionIncreased salivary flowImpediment of speechBone loss
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Gum recession due to piercing
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Surgery from complications of tongue piercing
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Aftercare of tongue piercingContact your dentist immediately with any signs of infection. Such as pain, swelling, fever and chills.
Avoid hard sticky foods that will stick to the bar.
Bar should be cleaned after every meal.
Check the tightness of your jewelry periodically with clean hands to avoid swallowing or choking on jewelry.
Barbell made of resin should be worn during sports.
Minimize “clicking” jewelry against teeth.
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Henna…temporary alternative to tattooing
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Henna
Henna is a paste made of henna leaves and water. It will stay on the skin for about 4-6 weeks. Ask for a “henna cone”, this is pre-prepared and will cost @ $3-5.00 and will decorate @ 30 tattoos. Henna can be purchased at :
• International Market• Apna Bazar-Nolensville Road• Shouba Enterprizes-Nolensville Road
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Early decay from wearing a grill
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Possible outcome of prolonged use of a grill
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