Ancient History Of Tongue Piercing

Posted on October 30, 2008 in Latest News

Tongue piercing is another ancient form of piercing which has been done since ages. It was very famous amongst the ancient Aztecs, the Haida, Kwakiutul, Mayas of Central America and and Tlinglit tribes of the American Northwest.  A very prevalent culture and ritual, tongue piercing unlike now was considered to be a very holy practice earlier.

Tongue piercing was done in order to draw blood to please the deities. Also, tongue piercing is done to create an altered state of consciousness so that the priest known as shaman those days could communicate with the higher spirits.

However, the purpose of tongue piercing in the present days is to show of the jewelry as a style statement and also to increase pleasure during oral sex.

With change in times there is change in meaning and purpose of the piercing. However, one should be very careful when getting a tongue piercing done. Regular aftercare and medication will ensure a safe piercing experience.

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