i got my tongue pierced Sat. I took it out Mon. what should i do so i wont get infected. i was so uncomfotable

Question

i got my tongue pierced Saturday i thought i really wanted it at the time i did so i got it. Sunday i wasnt really a good day for me . Monday i was so fed up that i called and ask a piercer if it would be alright i took it otu before it healed he said go ahead and do it so i did. now i want to know what should i do to keep it from getting infected cause i know the hole is still there . i still use my mouthwash after i eat and everything is there anything else for me to do somebody please help me. i do want to get really sick or something worse.

Answer 1

I'm so glad that you took it out.
Infection is a real danger with tongue piercing. The mouth has a tremendous number of different types of bacteria that reside in it--all or most of which can cause a very nasty infection in any open wound. Good oral hygiene alone cannot insure an infection free tongue piercing and alcohol containing mouth washes will cause burning and irritation of a wound. Allergic reactions may occur if the stud was not pure metal. Bleeding, blood poisoning and blood clots are other potential concerns since the tongue is a highly vascular muscle. There are many large and medium size arteries and veins in the tongue any of which will cause severe bleeding complications if severed. Between the naturally high bacterial load in the mouth and the fact that the tongue is constantly moving, healing from tongue piercing is slow, sometimes up to a month.

Tongue and lip piercing also affect teeth and gums. Teeth can become cracked and or chipped from the metal stud or barbell moving around inside the mouth. This can cause the teeth to become very sensitive by exposing their nerves. The teeth will then require very extensive and expensive treatment such as root canal therapy, posts and crowns. Teeth that fracture down the root will actually need to be extracted and then replaced by implants or fixed bridges, the most extensive and expensive restorative treatment dentistry has to offer. Gum tissue may also be damaged by continuous contact with the metal stud. This can lead to gum treatment and even gum surgeries.

Extra dental care needs to be taken with tongue piercing. When brushing your teeth be sure to also brush your tongue. The hole in the tongue should be rinsed with a small stream of water. As previously mentioned avoid alcohol-containing mouthwashes that will cause stinging and burning. You are going to have to allow the tongue time to heal. But watch for any signs of infection. If they occur, you need to see your dentist or family physician for an antibiotic regime.

Answer 2

I got mine done a few yrs ago... it hurt like hell for the first week... I couldnt eat or anything... but.... I stuck with it and it healed fine. YES absolutely keep rinsing with the mouth wash.. that is about all you can do to promote fast helaing... I ended up taking mine out 2 years later.. the hole is there.. but if you dont want it at all.. then leave it out... it will probably make a mark that will fade over time.. but if it is just that it hurts... that lasts only for about a week and then it dont hurt any more...

Answer 3

I've had my tongue pierced twice, the mouthwash is only necessary for a week. After that you should be okay.

Answer 4

Just keep doing the mouthwash thing like you have been. It won't get infected.

Answer 5

Don,t listen to pwople that might scared you the last answer might know what there talking about , you know want you wanted at time now you know you don,t want it in good luck

Answer 6

Shouldnt of got it pierced in the first place! You should of thank about it first! Use mouthwash for the first week!

Answer 7

rinse your mouth with antiseptic mouthwash, several times a day.

and then get your head examined!

Answer 8

Shouldnt of got it pierced in the first, Think before you acted