Oral

Lips are quite a common piercing, mostly because they are easy to have done and generally heal very quickly. They always require a downsize during the healing period, as the initial jewellery needs extra length to allow for a swelling.

They are often done in pairs, either symmetrically or asymmetrically to give a unique look! Although rings can be worn once healed, a flat back labret post is required for safe and comfortable healing.

Care has to be taken to avoid playing with the piercing during the healing period, to avoid irritation and excessive scar tissue.

It is important to note that any oral piercing can cause tooth and gum damage. Your practitioner will discuss ideal placement, jewellery options and aftercare to minimise this risk.

Tongue piercings are usually a very easy piercing to get done and heal quite fast due to the vascular nature of the tongue. However, that is also why talking and eating can be a little cumbersome at first as they can swell quite substantially. They can be done either centrally or in multiples, either through the centre or sides.

An intermittent downsize is suggested after 2-3 weeks once the swelling has subsided, and then a final downsize after 6-8 weeks is important so you don’t bite the jewellery. Stock up on soft foods for the first couple weeks and try to keep talking to a minimum.

It is important to note that any oral piercing can cause tooth and gum damage. Your practitioner will discuss ideal placement, jewellery options and aftercare to minimise this risk.

Vertical lip piercings are a fun alternative to a standard lip piercing which won’t rub on your teeth or gums. You need to be careful not to play with them during the healing period, to prevent the risk of migration and even rejection.

They will require a downsize during healing as a longer bar is required initially for swelling. A flat top (plain disc or stone) is used for the healing, however balls and spikes can be worn on the ends of the bar, once healed.

The viability of lip piercings is dependent on anatomy, so we do require a consultation with one of our practitioners before your piercing appointment.

Tongue webbing piercings are anatomical, as you need a specific frenulum structure (the web itself) to sustain the piercing.

They offer a quick and relatively painless piercing that typically heals quickly. They can be prone to scar tissue if aggravated or played with during healing, and are very anatomical, meaning some people do not have the supportive tissue to allow it to stay long term.

Although migration and rejection are realistic expectations for any webbing piercing, if placed correctly on the right anatomy, the risk can be minimised.