Vaping Explosion Rips Hole in Man’s Tongue + Knocks Out Teeth [VIDEO]

Kenneth Barbero says it was like a bomb went off in his mouth. The vaping device he was using exploded, ripping a hole in his tongue, knocking out several teeth, and leaving his hands covered in burns.

Although Barbero's experience is not the first reported vaporizer accident, Tom Kiklas from the Tobacco Vapor Electronic Cigarette Association tells CNN these incidents are rare and preventable.

"It's not so much an issue of the e-vapor product but with the lithium batteries they are using, and most are mismatched to the charger."

Kiklas recommends using only the charging accessories and batteries that are specifically made for the products. Experts also recommend inspecting the device's battery daily.

[WGN]