No, the actual piercing was painless. Afterwards, for the next week or so it's VERY uncomfortable (and a bit sore) ... but then you forget that it's there. Every now and again someone brings it up in conversation and I remember that I have one. Strange.
I think the trick with getting through the first couple of weeks is to try not to fiddle with it too much. Remember that the irritation is temporary. Clean it, leave it alone and let it heal.
oh i see. my mom keeps saying that it'll ruin my teeth but i don't believe her. besides, if it starts to i'll just take it out. i'll keep that in mind though. (the leaving it alone part)
i've seen the real you...mister man.
I think the trick with getting through the first couple of weeks is to try not to fiddle with it too much. Remember that the irritation is temporary. Clean it, leave it alone and let it heal.