If piercing from the outside, the piercer may place a cork or other barrier into the mouth to protect the tongue and gums. The piercer may use a threaded needle so the jewelry can enter the hole ...

Cheek piercings give the illusion of dimples or make existing dimples appear more defined. If done properly, they are considered safe. But if done improperly, there is a risk of potentially ...

A Sydney-based professional piercer revealed on TikTok which jabs are the worst kind to get. TikTok/@piercingsby_marie Better think twice about taking a stab at these perilous piercings ...

Any piercing carries a risk if not properly cared for, as it's technically an open wound that's susceptible to infection. Piercings that are placed in or near the mouth only increase that risk ...

If you’re piercing other parts of your face or body, you can use this top-to-bottom healing timeline guide from our experts: Eyebrows: 2-3 months; Nose: 2-3 months; Lip and tongue: 3-4 months; ...