Tongue piercing rod. Which one to choose, size of jewelry, care, healing, photos

Tongue piercing is one of the most popular types of piercings. A lot of young people do tongue piercing.

What is good about tongue piercing?

Unusual, erotic, shocking, very fashionable.
Quickly heals.
Does not leave a trace from the piercing, the canal is tightened in a day.

Tools for tongue piercing: Tongue holder or oval ended clip, catheter needle #16, #18.

Earrings: For the first piercing and healing, it is better to use a polyethylene rod earring, 18-19 mm long. This is a length with allowance for tongue swelling. After 3-6 weeks, when the canal is fully formed, the rod can be changed to another (14-16 mm).

Warning! If there are gold crowns in the mouth, steel jewelry for piercing should not be placed for a long time. There is a "galvanic couple", there may be permanent irritation of the mucous membranes. In this case, you need to use plastic or titanium jewelry for the tongue.

Treatment before tongue piercing: The mouth should be rinsed with 3% (diluted 1:1 with water) hydrogen peroxide solution. Rinse for 5 minutes. Banana earring with an unscrewed ball should be dipped into an antiseptic solution for 15-20 minutes (95% alcohol, disinfectant solutions).

The place of puncture of the tongue: The central line and the frenulum of the tongue serve as the main reference points. The injection point is located under the tongue along the midline, without affecting the frenulum.

Pros and cons of tongue piercing

Tongue piercing rod (you can choose the product based on the large variability of shapes, colors and sizes) attracts the attention of strangers to the person. Because of its the main advantage, it is a psychological trick, with the help of which you can increase self-confidence, develop determination and courage.

The main advantages of tongue piercing:

Unlike other varieties of piercing, tongue piercing is not visible to the people around you.
Tongue piercing adds a thrill when kissing, thanks to which the arousal of both partners increases.
If a person follows all recommendations and advice from a specialist, as well as piercing the tongue in the absence of any contraindications, the risk of developing dangerous complications is almost minimal.
Rapid recovery. If a person for some reason changed his mind to wear a rod, the mucosal tissues of the tongue will regrow much faster, unlike the eyebrow, navel, nose or other places for piercing.

Tongue piercing is characterized by a large number of disadvantages, to which you should pay special attention:

Painfulness of performing the procedure. In the presence of high sensitivity, it will be quite difficult for a person to tolerate tongue piercing.
In more than half of the cases, the recovery period can last several months, which causes additional discomfort to the person. The tissue healing process is characterized by painful sensations and discomfort. The average period for complete recovery is from 2 to 8 months, depending on the condition of the tongue and compliance with all recommendations.
If non-sterile instruments are used, as well as if the master does not conduct a general disinfection, there is a high chance of developing an infectious infection. Improperly performed piercing can lead to herpes, hepatitis or diabetes mellitus.
Damage to the dental surface. In most cases, tongue piercings cause damage to teeth and enamel. The tooth surface can be damaged by unintentionally biting into a metal earring. Poor-quality materials in the jewelry can lead to severe mucosal disease, and the gum tissue is often affected.
The presence of a foreign body in almost 100% of cases leads to unpleasant discomfort, so it is difficult for a person to get used to the new element in the mouth. Redness and inflammation often develop due to an increased desire to scratch the surface of the tongue.

If a blood vessel is accidentally pierced, you can get a prolonged bleeding disorder. Therefore, when wearing jewelry you should always pay attention to any changes in the structure of the tongue - inflammatory reactions, redness, painful sensations, etc.

Contraindications and possible consequences of the procedure

The main negative consequence of piercing any part of the body is blood infection. Therefore, you should perform the procedure only in a salon by a professional certified master with a normal health certificate. In addition, some people may develop an allergy to the metal of the jewelry. To avoid this, the first time you should use an earring made of a medical alloy. Some people are faced with the formation of problems with their teeth. However, chipped enamel - this is more a consequence of the wrong bar or "banana.

As for contraindications, the master will refuse the procedure to persons under 18 years of age. And also do not pierce the tongue to those who are obviously ill with acute respiratory infections, have problems with blood clotting. If your face has herpes or wounds on the tongue, then the same -piercing will not happen. In addition, it is better to come to the procedure with a certificate of absence of HIV, hepatitis.

After the procedure, you should not forget that the wound must be regularly and carefully cared for. This is the only way to achieve complete healing. As for my friend, she has already found a master and even bought an earring. As the piercing - I'll drop a photo!

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Where can I get my tongue pierced, how much is it?

It is better to pierce the tongue in a professional clinic or beauty salon. It is also possible to perform the operation at home, but in this case there is a high risk of complications due to lack of experience and qualifications.

The cost of the procedure depends on the region and the professional qualities of the specialist. Average price for puncture in Moscow ranges from 1500 rubles to 2200 rubles. In the region the cost may vary from 1100 to 1900 rubles.

When choosing a clinic, you should pay attention to what tools are used by the master. A good level of training shows the presence of special equipment to diagnose various contraindications or peculiarities of the structure of the mucous membrane.

Selection of jewelry for a girl (woman), man

Before the procedure, the piercer will help to choose jewelry, if the client has not purchased it in advance. If you want to buy it yourself, a few tips below will help you make the right choice.

It is worth noting that there is no clear division of jewelry for women and men. But there are unwritten rules:

Men's jewelry is characterized by a clear geometric pattern (broken lines, checkered), while women's jewelry is characterized by a smooth transition of lines and rounded shape.
Men's decorations are massive, while women's ones are graceful and petite.
Men's jewelry is characterized by brevity and often uses dark or light pale matte colors in its design. Female, on the contrary, differs in variety of forms, colors and inlaid with different stones, from simple rhinestones to diamonds.

How is the tongue piercing done?

Tongue piercing rod (it is better to choose the product based on individual characteristics and preferences), despite the established view, is still considered to be a surgical intervention. The operation should be performed only in a professional and qualified salon.

Step-by-step algorithm of tongue piercing:

Fixing the position of the tongue using a special clamp, which is characterized by the presence of a hole for the future piercing.
Piercing the tongue using a special needle in the clamp. Since it is important that the needle be as sterile as possible, it is better to use disposable instruments. This will reduce the chance of infection.
Putting the rod into the resulting hole using the tool.
Removing the clamp and the needle.

Since the procedure does not require much time, it can be performed without the use of an anesthetic agent. If the patient has a low pain threshold or is afraid of blood, pain medications may be used.

After the procedure, the person should rinse the mouth with a special disinfectant solution. The substance most often used is "Chlorhexidine", which is diluted together with water in the ratio of 1:4.

To make the piercing even, the master can apply a special marking. It is important that the place of the future piercing is located strictly in the center of the tongue. Installing the decoration close to the root leads to a lot of rubbing and discomfort.

What are they?

Tongue bars consist of a straight rod of small thickness (slightly thicker than a needle), on which the balls are twisted on both sides. Sometimes the twisting attachment may only be on one side if the other side has a specific ornament in the form of a crystal, skull or other. Decorations on both sides are made large so that they cannot fall through the puncture and fall out, which, in turn, can cause damage to the tongue. This is the organ on which a person's taste buds are located, and sometimes after the puncture, some tastes are no longer perceptible.

Most often the puncture is made in the middle, less often symmetrically on two sides from the center. Long rods are best suited for so-called longitudinal or horizontal piercing. The tongue is pierced through from right to left (the direction is not crucial) a few centimeters from the tip. It is not quite safe to touch the edge, it can cause a lot of bleeding. Sometimes only the tip of the tongue is pierced, for this place round earrings are quite suitable. Also rings are used to pierce the frenulum.

Choosing the barbell

A tongue piercing bar, is a piercing instrument consisting of a metal rod with an average width of 1.6 mm, as well as 2 fixing screws. To choose the right earring, which will avoid significant complications and discomfort when wearing, you should know about what sizes exist, materials, as well as know how to wear the jewelry correctly.

Size

The thickness and length of the metal product is selected based on the individual features and preferences of the client. The bar of standard size is a design with a length of 16 mm and a width of 8 mm. The diameter of the twist, - the outer ball or stone, is also taken into account. In the case of using a standard rod, the product does not protrude beyond the upper layers of the tongue. Correctly inserted design practically does not move out and does not lead to deformation of tissue structures.

Tongue piercing bars

The client can choose any suitable size, - from 5 mm to 40 mm, depending on preference. Specialists recommend inserting standard rods into the tongue, which will not cause any discomfort.

The larger the diameter of the product, the more you will need to stretch the puncture site. Too large jewelry is characterized by a strong discomfort when wearing it, so it is more difficult to get used to it. Rings or bars that touch the surface of the teeth can lead to rapid degradation of enamel.

Thin bars are not recommended, as they are more likely to be displaced, which can provoke a strong stretching of the piercing - in some cases to the size of an ear tunnel.

Materials

To eliminate possible suppuration or irritation, special attention should be paid to the choice of material. For constant wear of the rod, experts recommend using gold or silver items, the chemical composition of which will not affect your health in any way.

Cheap metal construction, especially covered with lacquer or paint, will begin to oxidize and crack, which can cause the internal coating to remain inside the pierced place.

It is best to buy products made of titanium, a material widely used in medical practice. This kind of metal is better combined with external human tissues, so it does not lead to rejection, has no toxicity, and is absolutely harmless to the body.

It is best not to use medical metal after a direct tissue incision, because the chances of developing suppuration in the tongue increase. It is better to use silver or gold inserts while the wound is healing.

Recently, booms made of silicone, surgical steel and bioplastic have been gaining popularity, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages. In this case, it is best to consult a specialist.

Designs

Girls are best suited for small metal balls of uncomplicated shape or shiny rhinestones. Rather interesting look multicolored elements that resemble spikes.

Particularly popular are shaped bars for piercing, the image on which can be as brutal - bones, skulls, crosses, and feminine, in the form of hearts, stars or butterflies. A big role is played by imagination and understanding your own preferences. Some models are characterized by a special carving, which allows you to alternate between different forms on the same rod.

Frequently used varieties of jewelry:

Variety of decoration	Description, advantages
Barbell	Is the most popular and safe option. The product is a rod of a straight shape, at the ends of which there are special balls that allow you to better fix the decoration.
Banana	A variation of the rod, which is distinguished by its curved shape. Like the usual variation, this type of decoration also belongs to the classics.
Labret	The same rod, but on one end there is a molded base, and on the second, there is a special thread for screwing an additional decoration. The variation is the lightest available.
Ring	Represents the usual ring-shaped jewelry, on the end of which there is a special ball that fixes the product on the tongue.
Rod and ring	Is the most popular variety in the case of vertical piercing.

Metal rods often have a silver color, where the exceptions are: acrylic, gold, and surgical steel, which can be found in black or gray. Cheaper models can be in different shades due to the addition of paint or varnish, but such materials can cause a wide range of complications and discomfort in the tongue.

Many experts in the field of piercing point out that when choosing jewelry, it is better to pay attention to the classic bar, which is characterized by a straight and elongated shape.

How to put on

The barbell is put on immediately after the piercing, which allows you to avoid further complications or damage while wearing it. After about 3-4 weeks, the earring can be replaced with a new item.

Even after the wound is completely healed, in the process of removing or putting on, it and the entire oral cavity should be treated with a liquid saline solution, and the jewelry itself, using hydrogen peroxide.

Always use caution when inserting the bar. It is better to do it from the bottom up, which will avoid many complications. In some cases, the earring may include a special clasp on which the balls are attached. Such a model is quite difficult to remove, so it is best to go for advice and help to a specialist.

If there are any difficulties in the process of putting on or taking off the barbell, it is necessary to contact a master piercer. Otherwise, the place of the piercing can tear, which significantly increases the risk of developing an inflammatory or purulent process in the mucous tissues of the oral cavity.

How long does the procedure take

The technology of the tongue piercing procedure includes 3 steps:

Preparation. Before the wire, the site of the piercing and the decoration - a banana earring or a barbell - are treated. To do this, the client rinses his mouth with diluted hydrogen peroxide solution for 5 minutes. At this time, the jewelry is dipped into the disinfectant solution for 15-20 minutes.
Piercing. The specialist marks the place of the future piercing, takes the tongue with the tongue holder to the chin and pierces the tongue from bottom to top with a needle and inserts a polyethylene rod earring 18-19 mm long, taking into account the future swelling. After the puncture, the client should rinse his mouth again with a solution of hydrogen peroxide and water.
Healing. This includes the care of the piercing and replacing the jewelry with a 14-16 mm long piece of jewelry.

Tongue piercing has both pros and cons.

The pros include:

The simplicity and painlessness of the procedure;
Thanks to the protective properties of saliva penetration of infection into the wound is minimized;
unusual sensations during kissing and oral caresses.

The disadvantages of piercing can include:

Swelling and prolonged wound healing;
Disruption of diction, taste, and tooth enamel;
Before the wound heals, you cannot eat hard, hot, spicy, salty or sour foods;
There is a high risk of contracting infections from hepatitis C to HIV during the piercing;
There is a risk of the needle hitting a nerve or a blood vessel, which can lead to health problems up to and including death.

Together with the selection, preparation for the procedure and piercing, the tongue piercing procedure takes no more than 20-30 minutes.

Contraindications

Tongue piercing rod (you can choose the product in any specialized store or salon) has a number of contraindications, in which to do the piercing is not recommended.

The main contraindications:

Exacerbation of chronic diseases. The introduction of a foreign object into the mucosa can lead to the development of complications against the background of the existing pathological process. Refers to infectious or cold-related diseases, in the presence of which piercing can aggravate the course of the disease.
Diseases that affect blood clotting. Improperly performed piercings can lead to the development of particularly dangerous complications for the entire body.
Pregnancy. The reason is that during pregnancy, it is especially important to avoid any risk of infection or bacterial contamination. Neglecting the contraindication can cause irreparable harm to the fetus.
The presence of allergic reactions. The presence of certain allergens, as well as individual intolerance to the substance in the jewelry, can contribute to the rapid development of severe symptoms, including anaphylactic shock.

Specialists do not advise to pierce the tongue when the patient does not have free time for regular mucosal care, which includes the process of rinsing and washing the wound. If a person does not take care of their oral cavity, they may develop suppuration or inflammation of the upper tissue structures.

Tongue piercing in most cases requires the age of majority or special permission from one of the parents. Lack of such a rule may indicate low professionalism of workers, so it is better to choose another institution.

Where you can get a piercing

Despite the simplicity of the procedure, the installation of piercings should be performed only in a special salon by a qualified master. Only in this way is guaranteed to reduce the risk of complications and side effects.

If the procedure is improperly performed "at home" by an unqualified master, it is almost impossible to ensure sterility. This can lead to infection of the wound with various pathogens, including such dangerous ones as HIV and hepatitis C.

How long does a piercing heal?

Tongue piercing rod (you can choose jewelry in specialized salons and stores) is characterized by rather painful and discomfort. Until the puncture site is completely healed, there will be frequent pain and bleeding.

On the 1st or 2nd day after the surgery, the surface of the tongue becomes very swollen and painful. As these symptomatic manifestations are the result of stretching of the soft tissues of the tongue, the presence of edema, is the injury to the vascular and lymph nodes.

Tightening of the injured area takes on average 2-3 weeks. Complete healing of the wound can wait from 3 to 5 months, depending on the quality of the procedure and compliance with all recommendations.

The main tips for the care of piercings:

Do not remove the barbell for 6-7 weeks after the piercing.
Eat only soft and grated food during periods of redness and swelling of the tongue.
Rinse your mouth daily, morning and evening, with a Chlorhexidine-based solution or baking soda. Dilute it with water in a 1:1 ratio.
Clean the rod for 2 weeks after the piercing, every day, without removing the product itself, for which it is better to use a toothbrush. At the 3rd week the jewelry should be removed on a regular basis, cleaned and disinfected with antiseptic preparations.

During the first weeks it is forbidden to pull or bite the jewelry, as the wound will take much longer to heal. During this time, it is better to avoid salty, spicy or hot food, as well as to refrain from smoking, coffee and alcoholic beverages.

Duration of healing

Normally, the healing process of the tongue takes 1 month. Sometimes the choice of salon is crucial, as getting an infection during the piercing can jeopardize the healing process. All the first week there can be swelling, which forms on the second day after the procedure. This is a dangerous period, during which you should avoid suppuration and the formation of an open wound.

It is not recommended to eat solid foods (nuts, seeds, breadcrumbs), play with the elements of jewelry, pull out piercings. Sour food provokes burning and pain, sweet food is a breeding ground for bacteria. Twice a day you should rinse your mouth with a disinfectant recommended by the master (Chlorhexidine, Miramistine, Furacilin) and every time after eating - with boiled water, brush your teeth strictly in the morning and evening. Choose a toothpaste with the least intense taste to avoid burning. You can apply pieces of ice to the healing area when pain occurs.

If the fixing ball is lost or swallowed, the bar will have to be removed, and then the puncture will heal in a few hours. In the following weeks, it is recommended that you continue rinsing and take care not to injure your teeth against the metal. Diseases of the teeth and gums that have started can badly affect the piercing and aggravate the inflammation. To speed up the healing process, it is recommended to work a lot with the tongue: talk, sing, move - then the blood flow to the organ will increase, and it will quickly return to normal.

Celebrity tongue piercing

In the new western culture tongue piercing started to gain popularity in the 1990's. Melanie Brown, the singer from the group Spice Girls, became one of the first stars thanks to whom tongue piercing started to spread widely.

Keith Flint, the lead singer of Prodigy, also got his tongue pierced. Will Smith's daughter pierced her tongue at the age of 14, although some media wrote that the jewelry may not be real and is attached to the usual magnets. A few years later, the young vocalist proved that the barbell was real.

Drew Barrymore, - the famous Hollywood star, pierced her own tongue right after the breakup with her husband Justin Long. According to numerous media, as well as close friends, she took such a step only to draw additional attention from new fans. The actress said that wearing a piece of jewelry on her tongue is a great diet while the wound is healing.

Before deciding whether to do the tongue piercing procedure or not, it is necessary with the utmost importance to take into account the existing contraindications, advantages and disadvantages of the piercing. It is especially important to choose the right material, shape, as well as the size of the bar to be worn. Such simple rules can significantly reduce the likelihood of infection or any other dangerous processes.

At what age can the piercing be done

If you wish, you can undergo the procedure of installation of the ornament from the age of 18 years. But you can have a piercing and earlier - from the age of 14 years. This requires written permission from parents or guardians.

According to medical data, it is not advisable to rush with the installation of piercings. The growing body of a teenager poorly tolerates the introduction of foreign objects, so it is better to postpone such procedures until adulthood.

What jewelry can be used

The most popular options for tongue jewelry include:

An important criterion is the material of the jewelry. It is better to choose hypoallergenic metals such as gold and silver. Sufficiently versatile and inexpensive solutions are jewelry made of steel with nickel plating, brass. Another good alternative is a titanium rod.

It is worth avoiding tongue studs and earrings made of plastic and wood. Despite their very low price, they can contribute to the development of infectious complications and allergic reactions.

Possible consequences

First of all, we are talking about the negative consequences of an unsuccessful piercing, but the risk of problems is also high with improper care of the oral cavity. Negative effects include:

Infection in the wound area (either by piercing or by improper care);
Allergic reactions;
hepatitis C infection (if sterility is not maintained);
bleeding (in case of inexperience of the master);
nerve damage, which causes numbness of the tongue and speech defects (in most cases, the effect is temporary, but a permanent phenomenon is not excluded);
Damage to dental enamel;
gum disease;
change in taste sensitivity;
Inhalation of a foreign object (if poorly anchored).

Problems and inflammation

The main problems of tongue piercings healing are improper care, lack of oral hygiene, or the consequences of the healing process aggravated by colds.

Consumption of alcohol and other vasodilators leads not only to an increase in blood pressure, but also to a drop in basic immune functions. Their suppression will have an extremely negative effect on the healing and all the resulting processes. It is worth knowing that lactose (dairy products) with reduced immunity and general inflammation during piercing healing can cause candidiasis.

Be careful with general hypothermia and being in airy rooms. Any colds, viral, moderate or acute infections are extremely detrimental to recovery.

Protect yourself from mechanical damage for at least the first 3 weeks. The cracks formed from them can be an easy and quick way for unwanted microorganisms to enter the wound cavity for healing.

What to consider before the procedure

The main advantage of the installation of piercings in the tongue - it allows you to emphasize originality and highlight the bright features of personality. With the right choice of jewelry, which will be in harmony with the overall style, the aesthetics of the appearance will not be broken. Another advantage is that the piercing is not located in a prominent place, it is not conspicuous.

There are also a number of disadvantages of such language decoration. The most significant include:

It is important to carefully weigh all the pros and cons before making the final decision to install a tongue piercing. Especially seriously need to analyze the opinion of others, as not all people perceive such jewelry positively. This can have a significant impact on career development and social status.

Can the jewelry be replaced after the procedure?

Immediately during the procedure, the piercer inserts a client's jewelry - a long bar made of niobium, platinum, teflon or gold. It must be smooth, without any irregularities, so as not to traumatize the fresh tongue piercing and not to interfere with the rapid healing of the wound and the formation of the canal.

The long rod is temporary and in 7-10 days, after the swelling on the tongue subsides, it can be replaced by a permanent, shorter one. But in no case you should not do it immediately after the procedure, because the day after the tongue piercing the tongue is swollen and the short bar will squeeze it.