What do you think about tongue piercings?

[CoolioTiffany]

I just want to see how many of you think about it. How old do you have to be to get it done? I think I want to get a tongue piercing. I'm 13, turning 14 on November 1st, so am I old enough to get my tongue pierced? And btw for those who do have theirs pierced, how badly does it hurt? Can you describe it?

[Soterios]

It just depends on how much that "look" is worth to you.

Read up on all the medical risks during and after the procedure.

I almost got it done once, but decided against it due to the large number of problems that can arise.


Instead, I pierced my nipples.


BTW, not telling you to do the same!

[Buttons]

I'm a professional piercer. Depending on your region and your local shop you need to be either 16 or 18 to get it done.

If you go to a reputable shop there really aren't that many medical risks. You have more major medical risks getting your nipples done such as mastitis.

[nicktreb]

There is a joke about tongue piercings..
I dont think i'm allowed to post it lol

[Krista]

I had my tongue pierced for 9 years. Took it out a few months ago.
I would say that it's really not worth it. It can chip your teeth, and having a swollen tongue SUCKS.
You can lessen the tooth damage by wearing acrylic beads, but anyone who uses acrylic can tell you how nasty those beads can get after a while, even with regular cleaning.

[Krista]

Also, biting down on a barbell whilst eating is an experience I will NOT miss... D:

[CoolioTiffany]

I'm not doing it because I think it's "cool" or other people are doing it (there's pretty much nobody at my school with tongue piercings), I'm doing it because I like it and I think I would enjoy having it besides the risk of infections and what not. I wouldn't really care much of what other people would think about it if I did have it. Though, I don't think my mom would want me to have it on if we went somewhere nice and things such as that lol.

[CoolioTiffany]

I live in Arizona, so would I be allowed to get it done at my age? Well, I was thinking of doing it on my bday when I turn 14. I can't find any laws on how old I have to be.

[HypoPita]

I know that here it is 18 or with permission. When I was your age, I would have thought it was weird to get that done this young. Now at almost 21, it's all too normal. It seems like you want it for the right reasons, just know what it is that's actually going on, like everyone said, the imediate risks and the "things you wouldnt think about" as well. If it fits who you are, do it. If it's what you want, do it. I think they are nifty; it dosn't affect my impression of someones worth, but don't think others are so nonjudgemental.


****Not condoning doing it without parental permission!!!!****

[zombieon3rd]

I think they are silly. HAHAHAH