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Avances en Odontoestomatología
versão On-line ISSN 2340-3152versão impressa ISSN 0213-1285
Resumo
ESCUDERO CASTANO, N e BASCONES MARTINEZ, A. Possible local and systemic alteration of the oral and periodal mucosa due to piercings. Av Odontoestomatol [online]. 2007, vol.23, n.1, pp.21-33. ISSN 2340-3152.
Though out history, society has been decorating its body in different ways; one of them is the oral and perioral piercing, even though nowadays this is a tendency that increases among the young-adult population. This is an ancient form of modifying the body which implies certain significance such as religious, cultural and social. This article will outline its history, the types and locations of the oral and perioral piercings, its contraindications, and treatment that should be taken to avoid complications, possible alterations, and the treatment after it.
Palavras-chave : Oral and perioral piercing; contraindications; oral alterations; odontologic treatment.