Abstract
Periapical abscess of a lower central incisor associated with a tongue piercing: A case report
Highlights
Piercings of the oral cavity has become increasingly popular amongst youth in western society, with some studies indicating a prevalence of 5.2% [1]
The development of gingival recession or tooth fracture following traumatic injury from an oral piercing has been well documented in the literature [2,3]
Oztel M (2016) Periapical abscess of a lower central incisor associated with a tongue piercing: A case report from the constant mechanical trauma of an oral piercing has not been reported before
Summary
Piercings of the oral cavity has become increasingly popular amongst youth in western society, with some studies indicating a prevalence of 5.2% [1] This popularity in certain fashion trends presents a growing problem for oral health professionals due to emerging evidence of its associated oral complications. Systemic complications are much more rare, the consequences of such complications can result in significant morbidity and mortality These complications include Ludwig’s angina, anaphylaxis, cerebral abscess, endocarditis, and hepatitis/HIV infection [5,9]. This case describes a periapical lesion of tooth 41 associated with a large metallic tongue piercing, a complication which to our knowledge, has not been described in the literature previously
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