Potential problems of bleeding or asphyxia

Oral Piercing: Out of danger pain and swelling that can result when the jewel is not tolerated, an increase in unpleasant salivary flow can be observed, even the development of a hypersensitivity or allergy to metal. Sometimes, the device also modifies speech abilities chewing and swallowing and may lead to the formation of scar tissue or damaging the nerves of the tongue. Finally, trauma may occur in the teeth, either during insertion or during a one bite if it is mistakenly directed against the jewel.
Two risks have reacted the American Dental Association (ADA), which has stated on numerous occasions his opposition to oral piercing:

* Firstly, the possibility of airway obstruction in relation to the swelling of the throat or inhalation of jewelry;
* Second, the occurrence of serious bleeding secondary to a section of arteries supplying the language, because this muscle is richly vascularized.