What do you think about tongue piercings?

[Lolo76]

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?

Wow, you're only 13? I had no idea! Hate to tell you this, but any reputable piercer usually has an age limit of 16 - even with your parent's permission. But that's here in California, so I'm not sure what the laws are elsewhere.

I had mine pierced when I was 20, and it honestly didn't hurt much... plus recovery was quick (1 week), although annoying because you literally can't talk! I had to take it out a year later, due mostly to the problems it was causing with my teeth. I've since had the bottom two worked on, and still haven't repaired the chip it left on the top teeth. So be warned, they are NOT good for dental health... as my dentist said, "tongue/mouth piercings have paid for my son's college education." Think carefully about that before you do anything - you'll probably have to wait a few years anyway.