Tongue piercing jewelry

Tongue piercings are a popular form of self-expression. They have a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations, such as the Aztecs and Mayans. Here, tongue piercings were used during ritual ceremonies. 

What is a tongue piercing? 

A tongue piercing is a piercing that is placed through the tongue. The most well-known variety is the centered tongue piercing, which goes through the center of the tongue. There are also double tongue piercings, such as the venom, in which two piercings are placed on either side of the tongue. Multiple tongue piercings, in which two or three piercings are placed one after the other in the tongue, are also possible. 

Tongue piercings 

At Mastilo Studios, we set vertical tongue piercings. This can be a centered tongue piercing or a double, such as venoms. When setting, we do not use a clamp, which helps reduce swelling and makes for a more pleasant healing process. 

Tongue piercings are always set with straight barbells, or straight rods with a closure on both sides. These bars have a minimum thickness of 1.6 mm (14ga). With barbells, the closures can be balls (with or without stone settings) or M&M discs. These are flatter balls that often feel more comfortable on the underside of the tongue. 

The best materials 

The best materials for a tongue piercing are implantable titanium and solid gold. Other materials do not belong in the body and certainly not in the mouth. The jewelry used in tongue piercing is much longer than the final piece of jewelry. This is because the tongue always swells after piercing and needs the extra space to accommodate that swelling. Once the swelling subsides, it is important to have the jewelry replaced with a shorter, appropriate jewelry to promote further healing and prevent damage. 

Tongue piercings at Mastilo Studios 

For getting a tongue piercing, you are welcome at our studio in Ede. We work by appointment only, so we can give you the personal attention you deserve for an optimal experience. 

Are you ready for your tongue piercing? Then make an appointment with us now. 

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