What to Know Before Getting Snake-Bite Piercings
5 Things Professional Piercers Want You to Know About "Snake Bite" Piercings
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Once you've got your piercings, remember that now you have to take care of them on the inside and the outside. Externally, a simple saline solution will work to clean the piercings, but internally, warm water rinses are your best friend.
"Any time you eat, drink, smoke, kiss, or anything really that goes into your mouth that's not air or water, just take a sip of water and swish it around," says Gottschalk.
Staying super hydrated is another thing that can help reduce the initial swelling, but don't expect the piercing to feel completely healed until about three to four months. Beall says it's also a good idea to avoid super salty or spicy foods, since they can irritate the piercing, and resist the urge to twist, turn, or rotate the piercing with your fingers or tongue.