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<h2>Oral Piercing<br>
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<p>Although gaining in popularity, our practice does not offer nor encourage oral piercing for a variety of reasons. Anyone considering oral piercing of the tongue, lips, or cheek should be well informed of the potential risks and complications.</p>
<p>Oral piercing is usually performed without anesthetic. Tongue piercing uses a needle to insert barbell-shaped jewelry through the middle of the tongue. If no complications arise, healing takes from four to six weeks. Lip or cheek piercing uses a cork to support the tissue while it is pierced with a needle. The needle is then replaced with a stud or hoop.</p>
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