TONGUE PIERCING: THE HOLE STORY
Margaret J. Fehrenbach, RDH, MS
Course Contents:
Instructions |
Objectives |
Introduction |
Piercing Sites |
Tongue Piercing Directions |
Tongue Piercing Method |
Complications from Tongue Piercing |
Removal of Jewelry for Dental Procedures |
Legal Concerns |
Role of Dental Professional |
| Tongue Piercing Case Study |
| Future Progress Notes |
Conclusion |
| Bibliography |
| Test Questions |
| Answer Sheet |
| Course Evaluation |
Course Objectives:
Tongue piercing is a trendy form of body art that allows for self-expression,
particularly among adolescents. While many in this group see this procedure
as harmless, many complications can arise. Dental professionals need to
be able to counsel those patients who are thinking about or who have already
participated in this practice. When this course is completed, the participant
should be able to:
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Discuss the method and types of tongue piercing |
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List the potential complications that arise from the procedure |
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Identify the role of the dental professional with regards to tongue piercing |
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Offer methods to prevent damage to the oral tissues |
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Develop the dental restorative treatment plan of a patient’s dental damage associated with jewelry |
