To clean the bottom ball of a tongue ring, scrub your barbell with a soft bristled toothbrush.
Keeping your tongue jewelry clean is an important part of maintaining oral hygiene. Plaque, a sticky film of bacteria, can form on tongue jewelry, often accumulating on the bottom ball and the post.
Effective Cleaning Method
Based on standard oral hygiene practices for tongue piercings:
- Use a Soft-Bristled Toothbrush: The primary method recommended is to gently scrub the jewelry.
- Focus on the Barbell: Apply the soft-bristled toothbrush to the barbell, specifically targeting areas where plaque commonly forms, like the bottom ball and the post.
- Be Gentle During Healing: If your piercing is still in the healing phase, it is especially important to scrub gently to avoid irritation.
Tips for Maintaining Clean Jewelry
- Routine Oral Hygiene: Maintaining diligent overall oral hygiene is key. If you regularly brush your teeth and clean your mouth, your jewelry will typically stay cleaner and may not require frequent removal for cleaning.
- Leave Jewelry In: With good oral hygiene habits, the jewelry usually does not need to be removed solely for cleaning and can often remain in place even during routine dental visits.
By incorporating the simple act of scrubbing the barbell with a soft-bristled toothbrush into your regular oral hygiene routine, you can effectively keep the bottom ball and other parts of your tongue ring clean.
