Use an alcohol free mouth wash, such as Tech 2000, after smoking, eating or drinking anything other than water, until all swelling and discomfort is gone.
Maintain a soft food diet until all discomfort is gone.
Avoid crunchy or spicy foods. Avoid anything that is citrus or tomato based until all swelling and discomfort is gone.
No smoking, drinking or chewing tobacco for the first 24 hours.
No open mouth kissing or oral sex for 3 weeks.
Avoid playing with your jewelry for 2 weeks.
Brush tongue and jewelry daily.
Any questions or concerns, call the piercer. (DO NOT depend on what your friends may say.)