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"Hidden" tongue jewellery.

C M McNamara1, T G McNamara, D Field

  • 1St James Hospital, Dublin 8, Ireland.

Singapore Dental Journal
|November 9, 2001
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A hidden tongue piercing led to surgical removal after the tissue repaired around the stud. Despite being embedded for two years, no further complications occurred, highlighting risks of oral piercings.

Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Body Modification Complications
  • Medical Case Reports

Background:

  • Tongue piercing is a common body modification with potential complications.
  • Patients may conceal piercings for various reasons, including parental disapproval.
  • Complications can arise from improper management or concealment of oral piercings.

Observation:

  • A case report details a patient who concealed the dorsal aspect of a lingual stud to avoid parental disapproval.
  • The tongue tissue subsequently repaired around the stud, preventing manual removal.
  • The embedded lingual stud remained in situ for over two years without additional complications.

Findings:

  • Manual removal of the concealed lingual stud became impossible due to tissue encapsulation.

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  • Surgical intervention was required for the removal of the embedded oral piercing.
  • No further adverse events were noted despite the prolonged presence of the device.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the potential for severe complications, such as the need for surgical removal, with concealed tongue piercings.
    • It underscores the importance of patient education regarding the risks associated with body modifications.
    • Long-term retention of embedded oral devices, even without immediate complications, may pose future risks.