Can i smoke after tongue piercing

Piercing have come out of the shadow and have taken their place in the spotlight of the main stream.Like everything in the world,people change and become more accepting, A new generation has come forward and helped change the way people view things.Piercing has been In and out of fashion tor thousands 0f years with different cultures across the world choosing to stick holes in various bits of their body. Some people claim they get an adrenalin rush with each piercing they have. Others like the feeling of individuality it gives them But did you know that without the correct safety precautions it can cause diseases,severe discomfort and even death? . That’s why it is vital to be aware of the very real risks and to be clued up about the general rules to follow if you still decide to go head with Tongue piercing.

 Food

Tongue piercing

After piercing your tongue will be tender, and more vulnerable to infection.So you need to be very careful, for first few hours keep your diet to cold drinks and ice cream basically anything cold will keep your tongue numb and helps with the pain.

For first week mashed potatoes, frozen yogurt will be the best to go with. Avoiding all hard and crunchy foods which requires more chewing effort.You can have soups only after keeping it down to room temperature. Say absolute NO to spicy food.

For subsequent weeks, with your tongue healing and pain residing, you can come back to your normal diet but chew slowly.

Smoking

Smoking is not recommended for at least 10 days after tongue piercing.Any nicotine product will delay the healing process but if you do smoke make sure to rinse your mouth regularly or put a wet tea bag over the piercing.

Sea Salt Solution

Oral rinse with sea salt solution will accelerate the healing process. Fill up 12 -15 ounce of water with one forth table spoon of sea salt and stir it until the salt is completely dissolved.Soak your piercing for several minutes a few times a day. Rinse your mouth with biotene after using Sea Salt.

Swelling

An ultra swollen tongue and small amount of blood at the piercing is normal. Ibuprofin is recommended and Aspirin or Tylenol should be avoided as they interfere with natural clotting process. Eat ice cream yummmy, let it melt in your mouth slowly and slowly,chill will help with swelling and suppress the pain.

Kissing

You can kiss him/ her but refrain yourself for almost 2 weeks because this is the time when you are most prone to infection.You can kiss but baby kisses when ever you feel like.You should not be swapping spit or starts licking anywhere.Be sure to gargle with warm saline water or any non alcoholic mouthwash afterwords.

Alcohol Drinking

Alcohol is never recommended because it thins out the blood which will cause more bleeding ,obviously you didn’t want that.How long after you get your tongue pierced can you drink alcohol ? I would say at least 2 weeks.But if you still choose to drink then avoid beer and hard liquor with lots of juice is the way to go.

Infection

If your piercing is extremely red with thick yellow green pus then you may be infected.In such a situation rinse your mouth with seasalt water or a good cleansing agent.In any case never take your piercing out on your own as this will further add to complication.Oral Antibiotics are prescribed by the doctors for one to two weeks.

More Do’s And Dont’s tongue piercing aftercare instructions

• Avoid drinking hot coffee or tea for at least first few weeks.
• Try not to touch your tongue while brushing as this will hurt real bad and can start bleeding form the tongue.
• No dairy products because it could create an yeast infection.
• Tongue feels burnt when you wake up, its normal and is because of dehydration.Drink some cold water and rinse your moth with a non alcoholic mouth wash only.
• Wash your hand while touching piercing and leave your piercing alone except when cleaning.
• Say complete NO to smoking weed after tongue piercing.
• For the first two or three days, gently suck on ice to reduce swelling.
• Rinse your mouth with biotene or Tech 2000 five times daily. Schedule the rinses after the consumption of food.

Here is a small video on How to Prepare yourself from Tongue piercing

Tobacco usage and tongue piercing can be very damaging to your child’s oral health. There are a number of problems associated with tobacco and tongue piercings, and in some cases, they can even be deadly. We have provided some basic information about tobacco usage and tongue piercing on this page, and we encourage you to contact Adaptive Dental Associates at 908-847-4498 for more information. If you have questions, or to make your child’s appointment with Dr. Robert Lo Giudice and associates, our dentists in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, please call us today at 908-847-4498.

Tobacco Usage
Tobacco use is one of the leading causes of death in society, as well as one of the most preventable. Smoking or chewing tobacco can lead to a number of problems, including:

• Oral cancer
• A reduction in your ability to smell and taste
• Compromised healing following oral surgery
• Stained teeth
• Increased risk of developing periodontal disease

Many people also consider smokeless tobacco a “safer” option; however, this belief is mistaken. Smokeless tobacco actually delivers a greater concentration of harmful agents into the body, and it is more addictive than regular tobacco.

We strongly recommend that parents discourage preadolescent and adolescent tobacco use in order to help their child preserve their oral health. There are a few ways in which you can do this, including speaking to your child personally about the dangers of tobacco use, leading by example and not using tobacco yourself, and monitoring your child closely.

Tongue Piercings
Many teenagers view tongue piercings as a way to express their growing individuality, while parents view it as an impermanent and less visible change. Unfortunately, tongue piercings can have a very serious impact on oral and overall health. The American Dental Association (ADA) strongly advises against any type of oral piercing.

To begin with, there are many unlicensed piercing parlors throughout the country. By visiting an unlicensed piercing parlor, your child’s risk of tetanus, tuberculosis, and hepatitis is greatly increased. There are also a number of complications that may result from getting a piercing, including:

• Bacterial infections
• Blood clots
• Blood poisoning
• Brain abscesses
• Chronic pain
• Damaged nerves
• Fractured or cracked teeth
• Heart infections
• Hypersensitivity due to the metal bar
• Periodontal disease
• Gum recession
• Scarring
• Problems enunciating and speaking normally

Long-term problems that occur as a result of tongue piercing include a heightened susceptibility to tooth decay, periodontal disease, and infection. Tongue piercings can also get tangled around the tongue or teeth, and they can actually be ripped out of the tongue.

If you have further questions about tobacco usage or tongue piercings, please contact our office to speak with one of our dentists.

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