Cure for cut lip

remedy for a cut lip
(23 Aug 2007)

Cut lip treatment needs to be started immediately so as to prevent bacteria from entering your mouth. Cut lip treatment depends on the cause of the cut lip. A cut on the inside of the lip or a cut on the side of the lip could be either a deep gash or a small scratch.

If it is a deep gash, you might require stitches and medical attention should be sought. If not, here are some home remedies you can use for cut lip treatment.

Tea tree oil is one of the most well known and effective remedies for treating a cut lip. Keep in mind though that tea tree oil, being potent, can burn your skin. Therefore, mix it with carrier oil (like vegetable oil) before applying it to your lips.

If you have a cut lip as a result of shaving, wash the lip well and either use antiseptic cream on it or rub some alcohol on it. You can also apply a paste made from rose water and turmeric.

Inflammation on the affected area can be reduced by drinking tea made out of ginger and feverfew. This tea should be drunk thrice a day.

In case the cut lip does not seem to heal in a couple of days, it would be necessary to get a doctor’s recommendation for effective treatment.

answered by A S on 24 Jan 2012, 12:53:29

Remedies for a deep cut inside the lip?

Seeking a home remedy for chapped lips is not uncommon. One home remedy for chapped lips is to drink plenty of water. Dehydration can cause dryness of lips, so keeping the body hydrated would help to avoid this problem. Another home remedy for chapped lips is to apply a small amount of coconut oil to the lips throughout the course of the day. This should be done particularly in winter, when it is cold and dry. Apply some aloe vera gel to your chapped lips. This has also been found to be an effective home remedy for chapped lips. Using both honey and Vaseline in the following way helps cure chapped lips too. Apply some honey on your lips and let it dry. Then apply Vaseline on top of your lips- do not move your lips while doing this. Leave both on for about 15 minutes. Dip a cotton bud in hot water and then remove the Vaseline and honey from your lips. Do this once a day for about five days for best results.

There are many ways to heal a cut inside lip. Cut inside lip treatment involves avoiding certain foods and drinks that may cause more pain. Applying a mixture of tea tree oil and aloe vera gel helps too.

answered by G R on 18 Jan 2012, 12:11:33

What could be the cause for white cut that is inside my mouth?

A white cut inside the mouth could be a blister or a mouth sore and could occur due to many reasons. White ulcers in the mouth are also known as oral ulcers or mouth ulcers. They could be yellow or grey in color and have red raised edges. Some of the reasons for the white cut inside your mouth include damage to the inside lining of your mouth ( this could be caused by foods that are too spicy or acidic), brushing your gums and teeth too hard, food allergies, due to a cold or a fever, due to a lack of vitamin B 12 or even stress. A white cut inside the mouth can also be due to improper oral care. Read on to find out more about the white sores inside my mouth. Such sores can also be caused by certain medications. Consult your doctor if you feel this is the case and ask for a substitute that you can take. Treatment for such a white cut inside the mouth depends on the cause. In most cases, rinsing the mouth with warm salt water should help with healing and prevent further infection. If the ulcer was caused by a certain food or drink, then that particular food or drink should be avoided.

answered by A S on 13 Jul 2011, 12:42:04

Try these home remedies for cut lips -

Apply a thin layer of tooth paste on the cut lips and leave it over night. Clean it in the morning.
Cut a slice of cucumber and rub it over the lips. This will help to heal your lips.
Aloe vera gel applied on the lips also helps for cut lips.

answered by S P on 31 Aug 2007, 3:56:12

Cure for cut lip

remedy for a cut lip (23 Aug 2007)

remedy for a cut lip
(23 Aug 2007)