Many teenagers look for ways to express themselves uniquely, and some choose body art as their outlet. Although tongue, cheek, and lip rings can look cool, oral jewelry can cause major negative effects on your oral health during the procedure and afterwards.

Negative Effects of Oral Piercings

Aside from giving you bad breath, piercings can also cause major damage to your teeth and overall well-being. Here are just some potential negative effects:

• Infection & Bad Breath
• Swelling & Nerve Damage
• Chipped or Cracked Teeth

Click here for more negative effects of oral piercings and what to do if you do decide to get a piercing.

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