The patron of oral piercing shall rinse the mouth with an antibacterial mouthwash containing no sugar or alcohol or with a hydrogen peroxide solution before the procedure. The body piercing artist shall provide written instructions regarding the proper care and precautions for a new oral body piercing to each patron. Care instructions shall include the following recommendations:

1. (1) Rinse the mouth twice a day with an antibacterial mouthwash containing no sugar or alcohol. The mouthwash may be diluted up to 75 percent to reduce irritation. Continue rinsing for the duration of the healing process;
2. (2) Avoid placing anything other than food in the mouth, including cigarettes, fingers, and gum;
3. (3) Eat and drink only for nutritional needs until healed; and
4. (4) If excessive swelling or pain develops, contact your doctor.

Source: 22 SDR 16, effective August 14, 1995; 39 SDR 119, effective January 8, 2013.

General Authority: SDCL 34-1-17(8).

Law Implemented: SDCL 9-34-17 , 34-1-17(8).