Snake Eyes Piercing (Horizontal Tongue Piercing)

What is snake eye piercing

It is a unique style of tongue piercing placed horizontally across the tip of the tongue as opposed to venom piercing made near the center of the tongue. Having a thick tongue makes it easier to accommodate the piercing with a lower risk of rejection. Appealing to many piercing enthusiasts snake eyes piercing has earned the name for its close resemblance to the eyes of a snake. Horizontal tongue piercing and sideways tongue piercing are the other names of the piercing.

Snake Eyes Piercing
Snake Eyes Piercing
Snake Eyes and Tongue Piercing
Snake Eyes and Tongue Piercing

How to pierce snake eyes

A piercing salon having years of experience in tongue piercings must be given the topmost priority to avoid serious health risks. With a surgical marker, the piercing artist marks the entry and exit points on both sides of the tongue near the tip and inserts a large gauge hollow, sterilized needle with the help of a clamp. The jewelry is then passed through the two holes, completing the piercing.

Snake Eye Piercing
Snake Eye Piercing
Snake Eye Tongue Piercing
Snake Eye Tongue Piercing

Snake tongue eyes piercing pain: Does it hurt

Although the pain level varies from individual to individual, most have compared the pain to the one experienced when biting the tongue. Soon after the piercing, the area may undergo slight bleeding. The pierced tongue might also swell for few days. However, these after-effects are considered to be normal like any other piercing.

Fake Snake Eyes Piercing
Fake Snake Eyes Piercing
Horizontal Surface Tongue Piercing
Horizontal Surface Tongue Piercing

Snake eyes piercing aftercare: How to take care

  • Avoid touching or cleaning the piercing with unwashed hands
  • Rinse your mouth with warm saline water after every meal
  • Do not eat hot, spicy, or sticky foods
  • Avoid drinking alcohol and smoking
  • Do not use mouthwash for gargling until healing
Snake Eyes Piercing Images
Snake Eyes Piercing Images
Snake Eyes Piercing Lip
Snake Eyes Piercing Lip

Snake eyes piercing healing

It will take around 4 to 8 weeks for the pierced tongue to heal completely

Horizontal Tongue Piercing Pictures
Horizontal Tongue Piercing Pictures
Horizontal Tongue Piercing
Horizontal Tongue Piercing

Snake eyes piercing infection and complications

Besides infection, there is also a high risk of gum and teeth damage and tongue paralysis due to improper placement of the jewelry. In the case of extreme swelling, pain, and redness, visiting a doctor is advisable. Being located at the tip of the tongue the piercing may carry a greater chance of migration as well as rejection. Make sure the jewelry is fixed tightly to the tongue to prevent it from getting swallowed or inhaled while sleeping. Visiting a piercing parlor following strict hygiene rules minimizes these possible risks without causing any major complications.

Horizontal Tongue Piercings
Horizontal Tongue Piercings
Horizontal Tongue Tip Piercing
Horizontal Tongue Tip Piercing

Snake eyes piercing jewelry

Using a 14 gauge barbell is recommended to cut the risk of migration. Those with a stretched horizontal tongue piercing can opt for small-sized jewelry. As rings cannot fit into the piercing, avoid experimenting with other types of jewelry. Wearing plastic retainers helps you hide the piercing. If you are not comfortable with horizontal tongue piercing done, then use fake magnetic tongue studs to display a similar look.

Snake Eyes Piercing Jewelry
Snake Eyes Piercing Jewelry

How much does snake eyes piercing cost

The price of the piercing will vary approximately between $35 and $65.

Snake Eyes Piercings
Snake Eyes Piercings
Snake Eyes Tongue Piercing
Snake Eyes Tongue Piercing

References

http://fmag.com/snake-eyes-piercing/

http://www.piercingmodels.com/snake-eyes-piercing/#Snake_Eyes_Piercing_Pain_Procedure

http://www.piercingeasily.com/tongue-piercing-ideas/

http://info.painfulpleasures.com/help-center/piercing-information/tongue-piercing-faqs

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