Frog Eyes Piercing: What You Need to Know About this Eye-Catching Look

The frog eyes piercing is one body modification you can’t call boring. It’s an attention-grabber that gets eyes stuck to you when you talk or open your mouth and people see two barbell rings popping out in a way that resembles the eyes of a frog.

This piercing bears an eerie resemblance to the snake eyes piercing. You can call them twins because they look so much alike. And it’s not wrong to want them. They exude this cool, edgy vibe that you can only find among bold fashion enthusiasts.

So if you are one who enjoys the perks of wearing a statement piercing,  you’re in the right place.  Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about this unique body modification before you go for it.

More on Frog Eyes Piercing

As we earlier established, this piercing is often confused with the snake eyes piercing.  they share similarities, the difference is still clear. For one, frog eye piercing stays in the middle of your tongue but the snake eye piercing is usually placed close to the tip of your tongue.

In addition, while the snake eye uses just one curved barbell that pops out as two jewels, the frog eye uses two separate barbells placed on the same location on either side of your tongue.

That aside, frog eyes piercing has other names such as double tongue piercing and venom piercing. So don’t get confused when anyone refers to them this way as they’re still the same piercing.

The Process Behind the Frog Eyes Piercing

Before you go ahead with this look, let me remind you that this piercing is not for the fainthearted. Due to its delicate nature, you need a skilled and experienced piercer who’ll be patient enough to be meticulous while at it.

The process involves the piercer using sterile hollow needles to perforate your tongue on both sides. They do this just off-center near the midline of your tongue. But they’ll first mark the entry and exit points before going ahead with the needle to create a channel for the insertion. And after each piercing, your piercer will insert the jewelry into your tongue.

Does Frog Eyes Piercing Hurt That Much?

If you’re very familiar with piercings, you’ll know that it comes with different levels of pain depending on the body part you’re piercing. However, tongue piercings tend to hurt much more than you expect them to. They come with pain and swelling too.

In fact, the initial pain is not as uncomfortable as the swelling that comes with it. And for double tongue piercings, the pain and inconvenience will be more than a single tongue piercing just as the name implies.

How Long Does It Take to  Heal Completely?

The good thing about this piercing is it heals relatively faster than other face piercings since the tongue doesn’t have cartilage. On average, the healing process lasts from six weeks to two months.

But to experience quick healing, you’ll have to follow the aftercare tips you’ll soon see in this post. 

When Can You Change Your Frog Eyes Piercing?

If you want to be on the safe side,  put all thoughts of changing your jewelry to rest until at least three to four weeks after getting your venom piercing. 

This is necessary because wearing new jewelry during the healing window can trigger an unwanted allergic reaction that may cause your body to start rejecting the piercing.

When it’s time for you to change it, make sure your jewelry is surgical-grade steel to prevent your mouth from accumulating excess bacteria. The recommended piercing material is titanium but you can also opt for surgical steel. 

What Jewelry Can You Use for Your Venom Piercing

The Association of Professional Piercers(APP) recommends jewelry made from gold, biocompatible plastics, or metals, these pieces of jewelry are your safest option for your frog eye piercing. So look for pieces of jewelry made from titanium, surgical steel,14-karat, or even higher gold.

Does Frog Eyes Piercing have Risks? 

Yes, it has risks.  For one, the tongue is a delicate body organ. And if your piercer isn’t careful or you don’t adopt proper aftercare, your double nose piercing may cause complications such as: 

• Allergic reaction.
• Severe swelling of the tongue and airway blockage. 
• Bleeding. 
• Increased saliva production and drooling.
• Teeth and gum issues. 
• Nerve damage. 
• Swallowing or choking on jewelry.

These complications may happen as a result of the pain, bruises, and swelling you’ll definitely experience.

Aftercare Tips for Frog Eyes Piercing

Oral piercings require a lot of aftercare. This is because the mouth is full of bacteria and it’s important to keep it clean to prevent infection.

Here are some tips you should follow after getting your piercing:

• Wash your hands before you tighten your jewelry or when you want to wash your piercing.
• Always rinse your mouth with an alcohol-free antiseptic mouthwash after every meal.
• Don’t stop brushing your teeth, but be gentle and avoid brushing your tongue hard until the swelling has gone down.
• Always rinse your mouth with warm salty water every day to prevent infection.
• Avoid smoking or alcohol until you are completely healed as this will irritate the piercing.
• Avoid spicy food or hot food when your tongue is still swollen. Try as much as possible to get meals that are easy to eat.
• Finally, do not play with your piercing. Don’t touch them with your hands or teeth.  This can cause serious complications.

The Edgy Vibe Of Venom Piercings

Frog eyes piercings are edgy and fashion-forward. It’s like the cherry on top when you rock this piercing with contemporary pieces like baddie outfits. Like any form of body modification, your decision to get the frog eye should be after you have done a lot of research and consulted a professional piercer. And most importantly, always prioritize safety and aftercare to ensure you get a satisfying piercing experience; one that you won’t regret.