Why should I avoid oral jewelry like tongue and lip piercings?

ByBrian “Weence” Bateman

They can lead to chipped teeth, gum damage, infection, and interfere with speech, chewing, or swallowing.

They can lead to chipped teeth, gum damage, infection, and interfere with speech, chewing, or swallowing.

Brian “Weence” Bateman is a health and medical writer who covers public health updates, healthcare policy, and medical developments affecting communities across the United States. He works closely with dentists and healthcare providers and focuses on making complex medical information clear, accurate, and useful for everyday readers.