A tongue piercing is a form of body piercing done directly on the tongue. Although many people are squeamish about getting this kind of piercing, it is fast gaining popularity as people try to break out of the mold.

No matter what stage you’re in on your tongue-piercing journey, there are some facts you should be familiar with. This article will share 12 interesting facts that everyone who has (or is thinking about getting) a tongue piercing should know.

Check out some interesting facts about this body art.

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