Let's do a tongue piercing and find out how to pierce your tongue with your own hands?

Piercing is a fairly common procedure. She no longer causes strong bewilderment and ugly thoughts among those around her. But people still have disputes and misconceptions when they hear about piercing of the nipples or genitals, as well as the tongue. Many people do tongue piercing these days. The reasons for this are varied. But before you make an important decision and come to a specialist to pierce your tongue, you need to determine whether this operation is necessary and whether it has contraindications.

The history of piercing

For the first time, residents of African tribes and Polynesia began to practice the procedure of piercing various parts of the body. The Maasai were the first to introduce various decorations into their ears and lips. At that time, it was believed that the larger the size of the jewelry in the body, the greater the “weight” a person had in the tribe.

Navel piercing first appeared in Egypt. Women loved this procedure very much. The presence of a hole in the navel area of ​​the Egyptian woman indicated that she belonged to “high society.”

In Tsarist Russia, sailors preferred to pierce their earlobes and wear voluminous earrings. Such a “symbol” meant that the person crossed the equator or belonged to the Cossack family. Later, starting in the 80s, it became fashionable for rappers to pierce their earlobes.

Nose piercing first appeared in India. The presence of a septum piercing (a puncture of the nasal septum) in a woman indicated her marital status, that is, that the girl was married.

Nipple piercings were done by warriors of Ancient Rome. An earring in a man's nipple indicated his masculinity, courage and determination. Only the strongest and bravest warriors had the right to have nipple piercings. Those with nipple earrings regularly competed in strength and courage. In order not to damage the “decoration”, special fabric capes were worn over the earrings.

The ancient Aztecs and North American tribes first began piercing their tongues. They carried out the procedure consciously, since it was considered a magical rite that helped to reunite with the Gods. The protruding blood on the tongue was considered sacred; it served as a means of calming the Spirits.

These days, piercings have completely different purposes. By piercing various parts of the body, people want to show their individuality, attract attention or stand out. For some, piercing is a way to feel new emotions, to prove to themselves that they can overcome pain and, as it were, move to a “new level of development.”

Other methods of artificial piercing

If desired, you can use jewelry on any part of the body. The method of imitation is selected based on the location of attachment, as well as the duration of wear, the selected clothing and other conditions. A universal way to imitate a puncture in any part of the body is to glue a small rhinestone or crystal using special glue. If desired, you can use any safe glue that is acceptable for contact with the human body. In ordinary places - in the nose, in the lip, in the ears - it is most convenient to use rings of different diameters or a clip-type device.

Tongue piercing procedure

Tongue piercing is a surgical procedure. Although it is short-lived, it can be very dangerous to health, and in certain cases, to life. The procedure is a sharp puncture of the soft mucous membrane of the tongue with the further introduction of a special earring or barbell.

Among the huge variety of “decorations”, the most common are vertical rods cast from medical titanium or steel. In appearance, the earring turns out to be double, that is, it can be seen both from above and, if you lift your tongue, from below.

Another popular type of piercing is the frenulum. This procedure for introducing a frenulum into the tongue is less painless; during the operation, the client releases less blood, and, accordingly, healing of the wound surface occurs much faster.

Other "decorations":

• rings;
• carnations;
• staples.

How much does a tongue piercing cost?

To make jewelry bring joy and not darken your life, go to a salon or medical facility. Many clinics offer tongue piercing services, here is an overview of the cost of the procedure in Moscow institutions:

Name of institution	Cost, rubles
Family doctor	1 800
Etisel	2 200
World of beauty	1 500
Hippocratic Oath	2 000
EkaMed	1 500

Purpose of piercing

People who decide to have their tongue pierced have different goals. It is widely believed that the presence of an earring in the soft tissue of the tongue improves sexual satisfaction in a partner. Young girls often decide to have their tongue pierced simply to become fashionable. Some people pierce a part of their body in order to show others that they belong to a certain subculture.

Tongue piercing helps people stand out “among the crowd,” to indicate that they are not like everyone else, and to prove their own uniqueness and individuality.

How to do your own piercing at home

After everything is prepared and an anesthetic injection is given (by the way, I only gave pain relief once - the pain threshold is high), sit or stand in front of the mirror - whichever is more comfortable for you. Visually mark the location. The lip can be pierced both upper and lower, in the center or on the side. Eyebrow - from the middle to the end. The tongue is independent only in the center; there are very serious veins on the sides of the tongue, they can be seen from below.

Pre-knead the puncture site to drive away the blood. Otherwise, if it leaks, you will be uncomfortable and invisible. Kneaded, disinfected, pierced. If it turns out smooth, insert the earring. Either into a piercing needle or a catheter from the system, or we take out the needle and insert the earring.

How to do a lip piercing yourself at home

In the second case, you can lubricate the tip of the threaded earring with ointment. If it doesn’t turn out smoothly, we try a second time. We twist the earring - congratulations! Done.

Advantages and disadvantages

The presence of an earring in a person's tongue always attracts everyone's attention to him. The corresponding procedure can be treated both poorly and well. But almost always the presence of a puncture arouses interest among others.

Anyone who agrees to have their tongue pierced feels special, different from everyone else. In this way a person wants to show his individuality. And some people decide to get piercings in order to show their decisive character or, conversely, to overcome themselves.

Pros of a puncture

• After the procedure, a person begins to consider himself liberated, courage and determination appear in his character. Anyone who decides to have their tongue pierced “challenges” a monotonous and boring life.
• Tongue piercing is not as noticeable to others as, for example, eyebrow piercing. If necessary, the “decoration” can be removed, and no one will notice the presence of a puncture.
• Improves sexual sensations for a partner. When kissing or performing oral sex, tongue piercing can add additional sexual arousal and add a sense of exoticism to sexual contact.
• After surgery, a long recovery period is required. At this point, you need to follow a strict diet and give up a large list of foods. This restriction helps some people lose weight.
• If all the basics of proper care are followed, the risk of complications is minimal.
• The ability to remove the “decoration” at any time and ensure that the tongue piercing is healed. Thanks to active regeneration of soft tissues, the puncture heals very quickly.

Flaws

• The procedure is very painful. If a person is very sensitive to pain, then it will be difficult for him to undergo such an operation.
• The recovery period, which can “stretch” for several months, also brings a lot of inconvenience. The healing process of the wound surface provokes pain and physical discomfort. It can take from 3 to 6 months before all the unpleasant sensations end.
• Piercing needs to be done only in a specialized clinic or salon, and always by an experienced and qualified master. Many people pierce various parts of the body at home. But in this option, the risk of developing dangerous complications increases sharply. Saving on your own health can cost much more than the cost of surgery in a trusted clinic.
• There is a risk of infection. This often occurs due to the use of unsterile instruments during surgery. The development of infection is not the worst complication of piercing. Complications include hepatitis and herpes. The likelihood of developing complications dangerous to health increases significantly if the procedure is performed by inexperienced or unqualified professionals.
• Tongue piercing almost always damages teeth. This occurs due to the fact that a person has a desire to “chew” or bite the earring. Teeth begin to deteriorate and break for another reason - while chewing food, an unintentional biting of a metal rod occurs.
• If you have a tongue piercing, careful care of your teeth and gums is required. Many young girls and boys, in order to boast about the presence of “decoration” in their mouth, show it off to others who touch the barbell with their hands. All this causes an increase in the number of bacteria and pathogenic microorganisms in the oral cavity.
• Development of gum disease.
• The presence of a foreign body in the oral cavity often provokes the development of discomfort - redness of the mucous membrane, itching, the desire to scratch the tongue.

Where can I get my tongue pierced, cost?

It is better to have your tongue pierced in a professional clinic or beauty salon. The operation can be performed 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 professional qualities of the specialist. The average price for a puncture in Moscow is from 1,500 rubles. up to 2200 rub. In the region, the cost can vary from 1100 rubles. up to 1900 rub.

When choosing a clinic, you should pay attention to what tools are used by the master. A good level of training shows the availability of special equipment for diagnosing various contraindications or structural features of the mucous membrane.

The degree of pain of the procedure

Any operation is painful. And tongue piercing is no exception. The puncture procedure itself lasts a couple of seconds. The patient feels a sharp, but quite tolerable pain. The main painful sensations begin at the stage of healing of the wound surface. The lining of the tongue is highly sensitive, and since this organ of the body is constantly moving, the pain will be excruciating. The discomfort will continue until the wound heals.

It is possible to reduce the intensity of painful sensations. To do this, you must adhere to the following basics:

• The operation should only be performed in a specialized clinic (salon) by a qualified specialist;
• During the recovery period, constantly care for the wound;
• stop smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages (at least for the recovery period);
• try to talk less in the first days after surgery;
• Avoid eating hot and spicy foods.

Care instructions

Immediately after the procedure, at least for one day, you should give up solid foods and spicy dishes, as well as seasonings with strong specific tastes. Special care during this period involves regular rinsing with the use of pharmaceutical antiseptics and medicinal herbs - before this it is better to consult a doctor. It is also worth changing your toothbrush and then rinsing it thoroughly after each brushing. During daily hygiene procedures, you should thoroughly rinse your mouth, including under the tongue, but this should be done carefully, trying not to strain the organ too much.

It is important to follow all recommendations after the procedure so as not to encounter complications.

If you recently got your tongue pierced, take care of it while it heals. There is nothing complicated about it, but there are a number of restrictions that should be adhered to. Try to eat warm foods, not too cold or hot, and minimize any risk of accidental injury to oral tissue. Taking good care of your health will help prevent a lot of serious problems.

1. According to the legislation of the Russian Federation.

Puncture procedure

Tongue piercing is an operation. To avoid complications, it is recommended to carry it out in a specialized salon. Only a qualified doctor can perform the procedure properly. Only a master can determine the optimal place for a puncture, where the risk of injury to nerves and blood vessels will be minimal.

During the operation, sterile instruments and disposable rubber gloves must be used.

Sequencing:

1. The oral cavity is treated with an antiseptic. In most cases, patients ask for additional oral anesthesia. Lidocaine solution is used as an anesthetic.
2. A special clamp is used to fix the tongue.
3. A puncture is made on the tongue fixed with a clamp. The direction of the needle is from bottom to top.
4. A metal rod or a “decoration” chosen by the patient is inserted into the resulting hole.

Tongue piercing at home

It is not advisable to do piercing yourself.

To minimize the risk of complications, the following requirements must be met:

• A well-lit place is selected for the operation. There must be a table in the room on which the necessary tools are laid out.
• For the operation, only sterile instruments (clamp, needle, earring) are used.
• The oral cavity must be treated with a disinfectant solution and, if necessary, irrigated with an anesthetic drug.
• For the puncture site, select the part of the tongue located closer to the tip. There are no large blood vessels in this area of ​​the organ.
• The tongue is clamped with forceps.
• A special needle pierces the soft tissue of the organ strictly perpendicular to the surface.
• The bar is threaded. It is recommended to use a catheter to insert the “decoration”.

A catheter is a special device that helps you do piercing at home. Thanks to the catheter, the sensation when piercing the soft tissue of the tongue is less painful.

The catheter is a small needle equipped with a plastic tube. An earring or other “decoration” is inserted into the cavity of the tube. After the puncture, the earring goes into the hole along with the needle. Subsequently, the needle and catheter are removed, and the “decoration” remains in the inner part of the tongue.

Risks of infection

If you pierce yourself, the risk of infection of the piercing increases. There is a high probability of damage to tooth enamel from metal jewelry on the tongue. Impairments in clarity of pronunciation and taste are also possible.

But, as a rule, no nuances can stop a determined person. Therefore, before you begin the “operation”, it’s time to purchase jewelry. At first, a long barbell is best because the tongue will be swollen for some time. Then, as the swelling subsides, it can be replaced with a shorter, flexible plastic product.

To avoid infection of the wound, you should buy sterile gloves, cotton wool, tampons and an IV system (we will need a sterile, sharp and hollow needle from it). Also, medical alcohol is useful for sterilizing a barbell, and Miramistin is useful for treating piercings. And just in case, you need to buy an antiseptic ointment.

Since the tongue is always wet and slippery, it will be difficult to hold it with your hand during a puncture. Therefore, it is worth investing in the purchase of special forceps. If these are not available, you will have to use improvised means in the form of an ordinary clothespin.

Recovery period

The most painful and unpleasant sensations occur during the recovery period. Until the wound surface heals, a person must observe strict restrictions.

On the first day after surgery, the surface of the tongue is very sore and swollen. These changes are normal, pain is the result of soft tissue trauma, and swelling is the cause of damage to lymph flows and blood vessels. The swelling may last for several days.

The wound heals within 2-3 weeks. Complete healing of the wound surface occurs 3-4 months after surgery.

During the first weeks after surgery, you should be careful about your diet. It is important to exclude all spicy, smoked, salty foods from the menu. Dishes should not be hot. It is optimal to eat liquid, fresh, warm food.

Caring for a pierced tongue

The basis of tongue piercing care is the treatment of soft tissues. Every day, twice a day, the wound needs to be treated with antiseptic solutions (Chlorhexidine, a solution of baking soda or potassium permanganate).

For the first 2 weeks after surgery, you need to rinse your mouth after eating. The first days, rinsing is carried out with antiseptic solutions (Chlorhexidine). In the future, you can rinse your mouth with decoctions of medicinal herbs (chamomile, sage, calendula).

Barbell care

For 2 weeks after the tongue piercing, you need to clean the barbell daily with a toothbrush. After this time, it is necessary to regularly remove the “decoration”, thoroughly clean it of surface contaminants and disinfect it in a Chlorhexidine solution.

How to care for a pierced tongue

Care involves treating the wound with antiseptic solutions such as Chlorhexidine, potassium permanganate or soda. For the first 2 weeks, rinse your mouth as often as possible, always after meals. After ten to fourteen days, instead of rinsing with an antiseptic, use a decoction of chamomile or calendula. Do not be overzealous so as not to deprive the natural antiseptic - saliva - of its protective properties. The barbell also requires care. For the first two weeks, brush it with a soft toothbrush. Afterwards, regularly remove the barbell, clean and disinfect it.

Possible complications

If the operation was performed poorly, the tongue will be very sore after the piercing. Signs of an inflammatory process (redness, severe swelling, itching) will begin to develop on the surface of the soft tissues. Healing of the wound surface will occur slowly.

Complications after piercing:

• heavy bleeding;
• infection of the wound surface;
• pain while eating, swallowing or communicating.

If negative consequences develop, an emergency visit to the doctor is necessary. Treatment of the inflammatory process consists of treating the wound surface with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory solutions. Your doctor may also prescribe antibacterial injections.

Consequences

The result of poor quality work by the master will be pain and inflammation, prolonged treatment and slow healing. Even if the tongue was pierced in a medical institution, difficulties may arise with subsequent proper care:

• If the procedure was unsuccessful, usually at home, there may be complications: severe bleeding, infection of the wound, inflammation. As a result, long-term treatment with antibiotics is required.
• The swollen tissue will make it painful to chew, speak, and swallow.
• For the first time after the operation, you will have to eat liquid, fresh, non-hot food, so as not to injure the wound and not slow down healing.
• After the operation, special care, rinsing, and cleaning of the rod will be required. Be prepared that after healing, care will also be necessary.
• The diction will change and a slight whisper will appear.
• Since an earring or barbell in the oral cavity is a hard foreign body, it will touch the teeth and damage the enamel. Cracks and chips are constant companions of tongue piercing.
• Partial loss of taste is possible if the nerves have been damaged. Only an experienced surgeon knows the right point so as not to disturb the nerve endings.
• When a piercing is constantly worn, the tissue grows and scars form, which can only be removed surgically.

Contraindications

Piercing is quite popular these days. But tongue piercing is not available to everyone. Before you decide to have surgery and go to the specialist, you need to study the list of contraindications:

• allergy to antibiotics;
• pregnancy period (the risk of infection poses a serious threat to the expectant mother and baby);
• allergy to metals;
• diseases of the nervous system;
• poor blood clotting;
• oral diseases;
• epilepsy;
• some autoimmune diseases (diabetes mellitus, hemophilia).

Tongue piercing is a modern procedure that helps a person stand out among the “crowd.” But before you decide to have a puncture, you need to evaluate all the disadvantages, consequences and dangers of a difficult operation.

Sources used:

• Harden, Blaine. Coming to Grips With the Enduring Appeal of Body Piercing, The New York Times
• A. Stirn (2003): Body piercing: medical consequences and psychological motivations., The Lancet
• Wikipedia material

Rod selection

A tongue piercing bar is a piercing tool consisting of a metal rod, the average width of which is 1.6 mm, as well as 2 fixing screws. In order to choose the right earring, which will allow you to avoid significant complications and discomfort when wearing, you should know what sizes and materials exist, and also be able to put on the jewelry correctly.

Size

The thickness and length of the metal product is selected based on the individual characteristics and preferences of the client. A standard size bar is a structure 16 mm long and 8 mm wide. The diameter of the wrap, the outer ball or stone, is also taken into account. When using a standard bar, the product does not protrude beyond the upper layers of the tongue. A correctly inserted structure practically does not move out and does not lead to deformation of tissue structures.

Tongue piercing rods

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

The larger the diameter of the product, the more you will need to stretch the puncture site. Jewelry that is too large is characterized by severe discomfort when worn, 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 the enamel.

It is not recommended to use thin rods, as they are more likely to be displaced, which can cause severe stretching of the puncture, in some cases up to the size of the ear tunnel.

Materials

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

Cheap metal structures, especially those coated with varnish or paint, will begin to oxidize and crack, which can cause the internal coating to remain inside the pierced area.

It is best to purchase products made of titanium, a material widely used in medical practice. This type of metal is better combined with external human tissues, therefore it does not lead to rejection, is not toxic, and is absolutely harmless to the body.

After direct tissue incision, it is best not to use medical metal, 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, barbells 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

Small metal balls of simple shape or shiny rhinestones are best suited for girls. The multi-colored elements resembling thorns look quite interesting.

Curly piercing bars are gaining particular popularity, the images on which can be either brutal - bones, skulls, crosses, or feminine, in the form of hearts, stars or butterflies. Imagination and understanding of one’s own preferences play a big role. Some models are characterized by a special thread, which allows you to alternate different shapes on one rod.

Commonly used types of jewelry:

Type of decoration	Description, advantages
Barbell	It is the most popular and safest option. The product is a straight rod, at the ends of which there are special balls that allow you to better secure the decoration.
Banana	A type of barbell that has a curved shape. Like the usual variation, this type of decoration also belongs to the classics.
Labret	The same rod, but at one end there is a cast base, and at the other there is a special thread for screwing on additional decoration. The variation is the easiest of all available.
Ring	It is an ordinary ring-shaped decoration, at the end of which there is a special ball that fixes the product on the tongue.
Barbell and ring	It is the most popular variety in the case of vertical piercing.

Metal rods are often silver in color, with exceptions being acrylic, gold, and surgical steel, which can be found in black or gray. Cheaper models can come in different shades by adding paint or varnish, but such materials can cause a wide range of complications and discomfort in the tongue.

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

How to wear

The barbell is put on immediately after the puncture, which avoids further complications or damage while wearing. After approximately 3-4 weeks, the earring can be replaced with a new element.

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

The barbell must always be threaded with caution. It is better to do this from the bottom up, which will avoid many complications. In some cases, the earring may include a special clasp to which the balls are attached. This model is quite difficult to remove, so it is best to seek advice and help from a specialist.

If there are any difficulties in the process of putting on or removing the barbell, you should contact a piercer. Otherwise, the puncture site may tear, which significantly increases the risk of developing an inflammatory or purulent process in the mucous tissues of the oral cavity.

How to clean correctly

After the usual hygiene procedure with teeth and rinsing the mouth, they begin to remove plaque. Using smooth but intense movements from root to tip, remove plaque first from one half and then from the other half. The next stage is movements across the tongue. At the end of the procedure, you must rinse your mouth thoroughly.

Persons with digestive diseases and smokers require additional use of paste when removing plaque.

Solving the problem of a coated tongue helps prevent the risk of caries, gingivitis, stomatitis, provide fresh breath and improve the perception of taste.
This article is for informational purposes only, please consult your doctor for details!

Types of needles

There is a wide variety of needles that have different diameters and purposes. Below are the types of piercing needles that are most often used for the procedure.

Designed for piercing the ears and nose. It is worth noting that these types of piercings are the most popular among many people. The instrument used to perform the puncture has an internal diameter of 0.8 mm.

This type of needle has diameters of 1.4 mm and 1.2 mm. These sizes also allow this needle to be used for nose and ear piercings. Nose piercing is carried out in different parts, for example, on the bridge of the nose or the tip, and have different decorations. Using this needle, the earlobe, cartilage, outer part of the ear or the helix of the auricle can be pierced.

It is a tool whose outer and inner diameters are 2 and 1.6 millimeters. With the help of such a needle it is convenient to pierce the eyebrows. The decoration can be placed in different places, for example, above the eyebrow, and at different angles. It is worth noting that the choice of location is determined not only based on individual wishes, but also on physiological characteristics.

Thanks to the sizes of 2 and 1.4 mm, piercings are carried out in the navel, tongue and nipples. Instruments for these types of piercings have a catheter that allows you to insert the jewelry into the hole.

This type of special needle is mainly used for setting tunnels. This is due to the size of the instrument, which has an outer diameter of 4 mm and an inner diameter of 3.8 mm. The procedure for installing tunnels involves making a hole for decoration, which will gradually stretch to the required size.

Piercing should be performed only with high-quality needles that are made of material that does not cause an allergic reaction or irritation. It is worth noting that not only the piercing process, but also the further healing of the wound depends on the instrument used.

Source

Why do you need to clean your tongue?

The benefits of tongue cleaning will be noticeable if the procedure is carried out regularly and correctly. Such care is especially important if there is a thick, dense coating of yellow, gray or brown color that has an unpleasant odor. These signs may indicate:

• infectious diseases - sore throat;
• fungal infections of the oral mucosa - candidiasis;
• pathologies of the digestive system;
• disorders of intestinal microflora;
• helminthic infestations;
• long-term use of certain medications;
• unbalanced diet;
• insufficient oral care.

Cleaning not only provides a fresh smell, but also gets rid of many pathogens. Its regular implementation allows you to get rid of tartar and other dental diseases. The procedure stimulates the functioning of internal organs and helps to better perceive the taste of food dishes.

Types of special needles for piercing

Piercing is a popular procedure that involves making a puncture on a specific area of ​​the body where jewelry is inserted.

To carry out a puncture in the skin, various tools are used, among which the main ones are high-quality piercing needles https://pierceandstud.ru/igly_dlya_pirsinga/. Thanks to them, the procedure is quick and almost painless.