Piercings are a fun way to express yourself, but they require proper aftercare to heal well and avoid complications. From ears to tongues to facial piercings, experts agree that cleanliness, patience, ...

I asked three dentists for recommendations on the best tongue scrapers that are easy to use and effective at fighting bad ...

A woman who struggled with painful ulcers on her tongue was shocked to learn they were a sign of cancer — and now, she has to ...

Infected lip piercings may show symptoms like swelling, redness, pain, and pus. Treat infections with antibiotics or over-the-counter medications as advised by a healthcare provider. To avoid ...

Ah, the classic, standard lobe piercing. Stone and Strand head of piercing Janeese Brooks says, "We all know and love a good lobe piercing. I encourage these constantly. The easiest part of the ear to ...

The pain level for a tongue piercing is moderate, generally feeling like pressure rather than sharp pain. Healing time can take anywhere from four to eight weeks. Proper aftercare, including sea salt ...

Whether you’re considering the common single-stud tongue piercing or want something completely out there, a tongue piercing can be personalized in terms of placement, jewelry, and style. "Tongue ...

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A new review warns that tongue piercings can damage teeth, gums, and even pose rare but serious systemic risks, urging patients and clinicians to weigh the dangers carefully. Piercings can trigger ...

Whitney Ainscough shared a clip of her daughter, Cora, at McDonald’s, proudly showing off the new jewelry. Her text on screen read: “Sooo… Cora got her tongue pierced last week. A lot of people will ...

Jia Rumi became a certified professional body piercer to work with her daughter, Dawn Crowe, owner of Crowe's Tattoos in Houlton. Credit: Courtesy of Pierced by Jia HOULTON, Maine — At 50, a Houlton ...