Snake Eye Piercing. Do you want to show off your unique personality traits without even uttering a single word? Then this is the type of piercing you need. Snake eye-piercing, commonly known as horizontal tongue piercing, is among the few oral piercing methods known to exist. In this piercing technique, a horizontal piece of metal usually made of stainless steel or titanium is pierced into the tongue, and two tiny mental balls are then fitted on the edges of the thin metal rod.

The snake’s eye piercing is named so because of its appearance. If done right, it gives the illusion of snake eyes staring through when you open your mouth. Many health professionals do not recommend getting a snake eye piercing. But honestly? Deep down in our hearts, we know it is worth taking all the risks.

The Snake Eye Piercing Process

Firstly, the piercing professional will check your tongue for the right thickness and built to ensure the safe placement of the piercing. Then the piecer will draw two spots on your tongue with a surgical tool. Lastly, your tongue is held in a clamp and a needle is passed through your flesh and the edges are sealed with the metal balls to end up the procedure.

Tips For Quick Healing And Aftercare

• Adopt a good oral hygine and be very cautious while brushing and flossing.
• Always touch your piercing with clean hands to avoid any infection.
• Always rinse your mouth with a good quality mouth wash after every meal.
• Try to clean your piercing with concentrated saline solution twice a day to ensure better healing.
• Do not remover your piercing jewellery before it completely heals.

20 – Double Tongue Style Piercing

This is a tongue-piercing style creating a split tongue illusion with snake eye-piercing. You can have this piercing done with your tongue only if you are comfortable with this unique idea. In fact, not many people can wear this unconventional piercing style with confidence. But, once you get all the self-assurance from within you, you will realize how this piercing has become a part of your personality and depicts your unconventional character. So, do not be afraid of the change and follow your heart. Tragus Piercings aren’t a tongue piercing but an ear-piercing so if you like any type of piercings then you’ ‘ll like it.