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Lip piercing dangers?
well i've been wanting to get something done on my face for awhile now, and at first it was going to be a stud on the nose. but then the whole universe decided it was a good time to get that done, so eh, i thought maybe a lip piercing isn't too shabby after all. most people are against my decision, saying it'll look bad. but i really want to get it done, regardless, so i ignored those remarks. but one grabbed my attention, my sister who knows quite a lot about piercings had told me i could chip my tooth on it, it could destroy my gums, i could swallow the back. so i was wondering- are these really as big as they sound or is it just an over exaggeration? and before i get it done, what are some things i should know? thankyou.
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I've had my lip piercing for a couple of months now. A stud is easy and best to start out with. A ring constantly moves and isn't good for healing. I don't know anyone that got a chipped tooth from a lip piercing. If you go to the GOOD place (read reviews or get recommendations) then they will pierce it in the correct spot so it won't give you gum issues. It is possible that you can swallow the back part of the jewelry, just like how you can swallow a loose tooth, etc. You can always go back in and get them to replace it. But they tighten it pretty well.
My tips are
-Don't touch it at allll. Use a q-tip!
-Sea salt soaks mouth rinse with 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt and cup of warm water
-Alcohol free mouthwash only for the first few months
-Soak the outside with sea salt too
-Rinse and brush after every meal for the first few weeks
-Get a large gem on your stud
-Try to avoid spicy foods
-Brush your jewelry too
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Dentists warn against oral piercings because they are indeed bad for your teeth. First of all, they wear down tooth enamel by rubbing against your teeth. If this concerns you (it would concern me), I would advise you don't get a lip or tongue piercing. I had a lip piercing before, and one thing to consider is that they are a little gross when you're eating. It's kind of a gross thing many people don't mention, but food gets caught on them, and it's absolutely disgusting. Also, since the piercing is in your mouth(which is full of bacteria) they run a high risk of infection. If you do decide to get it done anyway, be sure you keep it really clean until it heals. I used Bactine on the outside and washed my mouth with Listerine regularly.
Don't use alcohol on your face because it can make the scar more prominent should you choose to take it out. Also, I hope you are planning on having it done professionally at a trustworthy place, not just for safety, but because if it's done correctly, it will not scar. They should actually give you detailed aftercare instructions, so follow them.
If you're wondering how it will feel, I just want to add that when I got mine done, I was sitting there wondering when the guy was going to do it, but he already had the ring in. I felt nothing. Different people feel different things.
One more thing... if what you really want is a nose stud, get a nose stud. Who cares if they're popular. Sometimes you'll like things that are popular, and sometimes you'll like things that aren't. As long as you always do what you really want, you won't be conforming or anything. Do what makes you feel pretty. Also, with a nose piercing you won't have to worry about damaging your teeth, getting food caught on a lip ring, getting puss in your mouth if the piercing gets infected (a gross reality), etc...
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when they said it might look bad, they could mean that it wouldn't look good with your face, because some people look good with some piercings, while others look bad...
My best friend has a nose ring and she says it is a pain to get it out and put it back in and hurts her sometimes like when she bumps it. To me, it doesn't sound like it's worth it. I have my tongue pieced and people said the same thing to me about the barbell could break my teeth, but that cannot happen when it's plastic :)
What kind of lip piercing you want?
A libret or just a ring?
I know they make lip rings that are plastic.
They probably have plastic ones for a libret, too.
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I think your sister is over-exaggerating. Was she someone who was against your decision? If so, she could just be saying that to try & change your mind.
I got my lip done about a year ago (It'll be a year on the 11th) and none of those things have happened to me, and I've had many different types of rings put in.
I've never heard of anyone chipping their tooth on it or swallowing the back. Nor have I heard of it destroying someone's gums. My brother also has his lip done but he has the stud. The "back" is on the outside of your lip (because it's easiest to get off that way) so it's on your face. Swallowing it shouldn't really happen, nor do I think you should be worried about that. I think your sister is just trying to scare you.
As for what you should know:
- When you get it done, you cannot drink alcohol, or soda. It can cause the swelling to take longer to go down. So, your best bet is drinking water.
- Whenever something touches your lip, you need to cleanse it. Just run some warm water from the sink onto a Q-Tip & swab around the area. Also, you'll need Saline Solution (the piercer has it available in most cases, but if not you can find it at the grocery store). There's also something else they recommend that I'm trying to remember but can't. They'll tell you what you need.
- You CANNOT have crispy foods so it's best to stay away from things like chips, fried chicken, crackers, etc. This also interrupts with the healing process and makes the swelling take longer. It can also cause infection. As for cleaning your lip whenever something touches it, this goes for your hands, drink & food.
- You need to clean it every so often because crust will usually build up.
- You cannot kiss, perform oral or do anything else that involves your mouth & another person simply because of germs & because you're so at risk for infection from another being. Do not take chances. I'm pretty sure that the wait to kiss somebody is about 2 months. I could be wrong, but I'm pretty sure that it's 2 months. So, if you're not single, this will be a hard task to follow up with, BUT I'm sure you can refrain from that if you really want the piercing bad enough.
Depending where you get it done, it should cost around anywhere from $40-60. Every place is different & has different fees, so you must search around for deals. Also, make sure the place you're going to is clean. You do not want a parlor with a bad reputation piercing you. If they're dirty, you surely don't want that either. If you see that the piercer does not explain the process, NOR does he/she open things in front of you, it is your job & your right to leave immediately. If they ask questions, just say you've changed your mind & go somewhere else. You may want to have a few places chosen as back-up in case the original place you go to is how I described.
It doesn't hurt too much. It basically feels like someone is pinching the inside of your lip. However, the pain also depends on how you're acting/feeling. I was nervous & shaky when I got mine done, so it hurt a little more than it should've. If you're calm, you might not even feel anything. I do advise you though, to not look down because I did & I saw a needle hanging through my lip while the guy got the ring. :( It wasn't scary, but it was definitely not a fun experience. They'll sometimes ask you to just breathe in & out or to close your eyes if that's a preference. They also ask about placement so don't be scared to be specific about where you want it.
Depending on your age, you may need a parent, an ID, and some other form of identification. They aren't going to pierce anyone who's underaged without a parent. At most places that I know of, consent is around 16 but you still need a parent. I got mine done when I was 17 & still needed my mother there simply because I didn't have my ID yet. I'm not sure if it's the same deal, but if you call around, don't be afraid to ask! If you don't ask, it could be a waste of time going in & they may ask you to go home & retrieve it.
If you have any other questions, feel free to inbox me OR ask the piercer. They'll give you all the information you need, and you can also do a little research online. I really hope this helps you, and if you do get your piercing, have fun with it & good luck! I'm sure it'll look great!
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