AVOID PIERCING UNDER THE LIP!

Identity and aesthetics, the piercing itself is taking unnecessary risks, when it is achieved. However, there are locations at greater risk than others. This is the case of the genitals, very strongly discouraged, and cartilage piercings.Orthodontists warn of another dangerous location: the piercing under the lip .

Reminders about the risks of piercing

The piercing can cause various types of complications:
Local infections bacterial (streptococci, staphylococci, pseudomonas ...)
Viral infections (hepatitis B and C, HIV, herpes, papillomavirus ...).
Allergic complications (inherent in the material of gem installed).
Bruising, bleeding.
Healing disorders.
Etc.. 

Note that some complications are highly specific or increased depending on the location of piercing : cartilage (cartilage infection), filter zones (nose), navel (maceration), genitals ...
In this specific risk category, it is necessary to add said the labret piercings, located under the lip , or lower over the lip above. 

Attention to the lip piercing!

Noting the damage in their daily practice, orthodontists are launching a warning: the piercing under the lip , very much in vogue, may affect the health dentistry .
Indeed, the constant rubbing against the teeth and gums cause irreversible damage 'teeth lose a piece of enamel, dental fractures, recession of the gums , loss of bone to tooth loss, 'says the Federation French of or thodontics .

If it is best to refrain from piercing , for those who can not resist the temptation to make this type of piercing , be aware that the installation requires great precision. While a board before you start, talk to an orthodontist, who alone can determine the optimal location based on your anatomy.