Oral piercings are not recommended by Dr. Julie.
The jewelry itself can be hazardous or cause other problems
• Teeth can chip or crack from contact with the jewelry.
• Gum tissue can be harmed from contact with the jewelry
• Bacteria that breeds around the piercing can cause bad breath.
• The jewelry can prevent you from speaking clearly or cause problems with chewing and
swallowing food.
Since oral health is important for overall health, the effects of an oral piercing may have a greater impact than one may think. Unfortunately, many people with oral piercings don't realize that these side effects could happen to them.