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15502 Stoneybrook West
Pkwy #126
Winter Garden,
FL
34787
located between Starbucks and First Class Cleaners facing
545(Avalon Rd)
407-877-0105
407-877-1633 (fax)
dentistry@drwendiw.com
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Oral
Piercing
From
hairstyles, to clothing, tattoos to jewelry, today's youth are making a
fashion statement. But those that want to look cool with oral piercing
may be looking to their dentists and physicians for help afterwards.
Common symptoms after
oral piercing include pain, swelling, infection, an increased flow of
saliva and injuries to the gum tissue. Oral piecing can also cause tooth
chipping, gum recession and periodontal disease causing tooth loss. If a
blood vessel was in the path of the needle during the piercing, severe
and difficult-to-control bleeding can result. For some, chipped or
cracked teeth, blood poisoning or even blood clots can occur. For many,
the swelling of the tongue is a common side effect. And in extreme
cases, a severely swollen tongue can actually close off the airway and
prevent breathing.
Unfortunately, many
young people with oral piercings don't realize that these alarming side
effects could happen to them. So, skip the mouth jewelry and let your
healthy smile make your fashion statement.
It is important to have
full knowledge of potential complications and continually monitor for
possible infection. If complications occur, go back to where the
piercing was done or see a health professional for treatment.
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