Tongue piercings have long been a bold statement of style, confidence, and individuality. Whether you’re drawn to the edgy aesthetic or the discreet charm of a hidden piercing, a tongue piercing is a fantastic way to express yourself. But as with any body modification, it’s essential to choose an experienced studio that prioritizes safety, skill, and aftercare — and that’s where Identity Body Piercing comes in.

Why Get a Tongue Piercing?

Tongue piercings are more than just eye-catching. They’re a way to express personality, add a bit of rebellious flair, or simply try something new. With the right jewelry, a tongue piercing can range from edgy to subtle, making it a versatile choice for many lifestyles.

Beyond aesthetics, many people love the unique sensation a tongue piercing offers — and let’s face it, they’ve been a part of iconic piercing culture for decades.

Our Professional Approach

At Identity Body Piercing, we understand that getting a tongue piercing is a big decision. That’s why our team of highly trained, experienced piercers is here to guide you every step of the way. We walk you through the process, explain what to expect, and provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure the smoothest possible healing.

Importance of Quality Jewelry

The potential for intra-oral damage from piercings can be dramatically reduced by wearing appropriate jewelry. Complications may result in the jewelry is inappropriately sized, improperly placed, or poorly manufactured. Things to consider:

Jewelry must be the correct style for the anatomy and piercing placement

Jewelry must be accurately sized to the area. The longer jewelry that allows for initial swelling must be replaced with a shorter piece after swelling has dissipated to reduct the chance of harm to teeth and other oral structures.

Check that threaded ends are on securely. Tighten them daily to insure that your jewelry stays in place.

Wearing a smaller ball, or lower profile end such as a dome or “m&m” shaped piece, on the underside of the tongue helps reduce jewelry contact with the sublingual portion of the oral cavity.

Playing with oral jewelry is the most frequent cause of tooth and gum damage and should be avoided.

PLACEMENT FOR A TONGUE PIERCING

Along the midline of the tongue, essentially in the center of the mouth

Approximately 3/4″ back from the tip of the tongue

Commonly placed with the top a little further back than the bottom (This allows the top of the jewelry to lean back slightly, away from the teeth, and toward the higher part of the upper palate where there is room in the mouth)

Usually placed just in front of the attachment of the lingual frenulum (web under the tongue).

Caring For Your Oral Piercings

The risk of exposure to infection can be controlled during the piercing procedure by the use of sterile equipment and jewelry and rigorous adherence to aseptic technique. The piercing must be cared for properly to avoid infection during healing.

The piercer must provide written and verbal guidelines to thoroughly explain aftercare protocol, including the use of antimicrobial alcohol-free mouth rinses and/or see salt rinses.

Avoid sharing plates, cups and eating utensils.

Use a new soft-bristled toothbrush and keep it clean.

Don’t chew gum, tobacco, fingernails, pencils, sunglasses, or other foreign objects that could harbor bacteria.

Avoid undue trauma; excessive talking or playing with the jewelry during healing can cause the formation of unsightly and uncomfortable scar tissue, migration, and other complications.

Swelling? We’ve got you covered!

When the piercing is performed properly and approved care guidelines are followed, most piercees experience little or no bleeding and a minimum of swelling for a few days.

Allow small pieces of ice to dissolve in the mouth.

Take an over-the-counter, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory such as ibuprofen or naproxen sodium according to package instructions.

Sleep with your head elevated above your heart during the first few nights.

As Chicago’s first piercing-only studio, we uphold the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and professionalism. You can feel confident knowing your tongue piercing is being done by experts who have performed this procedure many times — with precision, care, and attention to your comfort.

Why Choose Identity Body Piercing?

✅ Experienced, professional piercers

✅ Top-tier hygiene and sterilization practices

✅ A supportive, judgment-free environment

✅ High-quality jewelry options

✅ Thorough aftercare guidance to help you heal smoothly

Whether it’s your first tongue piercing or you’re adding to a growing collection, Identity Body Piercing is the place to trust. We’re here to help you express yourself safely, confidently, and beautifully.

Book online or visit us as a walk-in everyday from 12pm -8pm at our two Chicago Locations:​​

– Roscoe Village: 2256 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618​​

– Wicker Park: 1514 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622