How Do You Care For An Oral Piercing?
Oral piercings are at high risk of infection both during the period immediately following the procedure as well as during your daily life. There are a few simple steps to follow to properly care for an oral piercing to ensure that your mouth remains healthy. Brush your teeth after every meal to reduce the risk of bacteria and food debris that could irritate your oral piercing. It’s recommended that you purchase a new toothbrush that is designed with soft bristles to ensure that it is sterile and will not cause trauma to your piercing while you care for it during the healing process. It’s important to brush the jewelry in your mouth as well to prevent plaque from building up on it. Remove any crust or buildup from your piercing jewelry with tissue or a cotton ball. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with antibacterial soap before touching your piercing, then hold the ends of your jewelry firmly while using the tissue or cotton ball to remove the crust of blood or plaque that is likel
