Common Symptom after piercing include pain, swelling, infection, and increased flow of saliva and injuries to gum tissue. Other risks include chipped or cracked teeth, blood poisoning, and blood clots.
Healing can take a month or more.
Tremendous swelling of the tongue is common. Unlike an earlobe that is pierced, the tongue is in constant motion, which slows and complicates the healing process. A severely swollen tongue can actually close off your airway. Jewelry worn in the mouth can hinder your ability to eat, not to mention your speech. Skip the Mouth Jewelry.