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What are the signs of nerve damage from a tongue piercing?

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American Dental Association
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It's very possible to puncture a nerve during a tongue piercing. If this happens, you may experience a numb tongue -- nerve damage that is sometimes temporary, but can be permanent. The injured nerve may affect your sense of taste, or how you move your mouth.

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