Can I eat oranges after a lip piercing?
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Many people find themselves questioning their diet immediately after getting a new oral piercing, and with good reason. When it comes to the question, "Can I eat oranges after a lip piercing?", the answer from most piercers is a firm no for the initial healing period. The high acidity found in oranges and other citrus fruits can cause significant pain, irritation, and swelling to the delicate, healing tissue around your new piercing.
