Lip Sewing
Lip sewing is rooted in body modification culture, and is considered to be a ritualistic modification, with much symbolism connected to the idea of closing the lips by play piercing.
Lip sewing may be done for aesthetic reasons, or to aid meditation by helping the mind to focus by removing the temptation to speak.
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