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A member asked:
Should alcohol infect my tongue piercing?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
No but...: I recomend to remove the piercing because research tells us one out of three will have a serious fracture of a tooth resulting in a lost tooth or worse. Infections can move thru the planes to access the heart covering. After you know the risks and want the piercing be aware of any infection and take action immediately....
Answered 11/7/2017
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Alcohol is not: likley to infect your piercing. BUT if your piercing is new - it certainly may cause you pain.
Answered 11/7/2017
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Alcohol: Alcohol does not cause infection. It actually kills bacteria. If new, alcohol can cause pain by irritating surgeries tissue. Please drink responsibly. And know tongue piercing increases risk of damage to tongue, gums, and teeth.
Answered 11/7/2017
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