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Did You Know Tongue Piercings Can Damage Your Teeth?

17th July 2018

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Tongue piercings can result in damage to your teeth and gums in a few different ways:
– They can bang against your teeth resulting in tiny fractures that eventually become more serious cracks causing sensitivity.
– They can irritate the gums and leave the mouth more prone to infection and gum disease.
– If removal of the piercing isn’t possible, immaculate oral health can minimise any complications arising; your dentist will advise further.

“American Dental Association spokesman Dr. Tyrone Rodriguez compares tongue piercings to “little wrecking balls” inside the mouth.”
Read the full story here: https://consumer.healthday.com/dental-and-oral-information-9/misc-dental-problem-news-174/tongue-piercings-may-bring-harm-to-teeth-and-gums-735168.html

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