South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 44 - Department of Health
Article 44:12 - Tattooing and body piercing
Chapter 44:12:02 - Minimum sanitation standards for body piercing
Section 44:12:02:27 - Care instructions for oral piercing

Universal Citation: SD Admin Rules 44:12:02:27

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 43, September 23, 2024

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) 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) Avoid placing anything other than food in the mouth, including cigarettes, fingers, and gum;

(3) Eat and drink only for nutritional needs until healed; and

(4) If excessive swelling or pain develops, contact your doctor.

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

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

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