Question 1

is it safe to use oragel to treat pain on a lip wound that has stitches?

Accepted Answer

Consult doctor: Here is the information sheet:
https://www.drugs.com/mtm/orajel.html

It does caution use in broken skin as may absorb more although some practitioners are happy for it to be used - varies depending on specialty and country.

Safest to consult a doctor, preferably the one who did the stitching.

Question 2

i found orajel that expired in 2005, is it safe to use, will it just work less or will it be dangerous to my mouth?

Accepted Answer

Oragel: Oraljel that has been expired for 15 years!  When in doubt throw it out !

Question 3

is it safe to use orajel for mouth sores even though its says that it is for toothaches?

Accepted Answer

Use it judiciously: Orajel contains Benzocaine in strengths of 10% to 20% which help relieve pain for mouth sores. This can be used to alleviate the pain for a few days, but if the symptoms do not get better, a dentist needs to be consulted. Oragel should not be used in kids less than 2 years.
Oragel sore mouth rinse can be used by swishing to debride and clean the mouth.

Question 4

so i bit my lip the in side and it left a sore and can i use old orajel even tho its bad ?

Accepted Answer

Orajel: If it makes you feel better, that's fine. It does not speed healing, it only relieves discomfort for a short time.

Question 5

when i eat ketchup, i get these canker sores on my lips, what am i allergic to ? fastest to get ride of them? can i use oragel if expired ?

Accepted Answer

Canker Sores: Canker sores are painful oral lesions that look like shallow, round ulcers. There are many reason why canker sores appear including family history, trauma, hormones, food or drug hypersensitivity, and increased stress. Canker sores not usually a manifestation of allergy. Not great treatment options: triamcinolone acetonide in Orabase, fluocinonide gel covered by Orabase, and topical analgesics

Question 6

when i eat ketchup, i get these cold sore like things on my lips, what am i allergic to ? fastest to get ride of them? can i use oragel if it was exp?

Accepted Answer

Cold Sore From HSV-1: Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is the cause of cold sores. HSV sets up shop in your ganglion neurons and  reactivates during times of stress or when your immune system takes a hit. Pain, burning, tingling, and itching often proceed outbreaks which last around 5 days. Herpes is one of the most common infections with around 90% of people worldwide effected. This is not an allergy reaction.

Question 7

i hit myself with my iphone on my mouth as the phone hit me on my mouth i accidentally bit myself on my bottom lip now i have two painless little blister will they go away? and will orajel make them go away?

Accepted Answer

: If dark, they are "blood blisters" from small hemorrhages when phone bit you. Orajel will not likely help. Google blood blisters on lips and look at images to see if you can find a match. Pictures are worth 1000 words or more.

Question 8

giant canker sore and busted lip! quickest way to heal ? will orajel and lip balm help or hurt?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: He may try you on a topical antibiotic or cortisone paste but there is no magic bullet since we still do not know what is causing them.

Question 9

i used baby orajel on my tongue and it caused my mouth to swell and its hard to smile, move my lips and to lick my lips. should i call the doctor?

Accepted Answer

See answer: If your tongue or throat seem swollen get to an ER. Any trouble breathing, call rescue squad.  You may be having an allergic reaction. Call your Dr for advice or a poison control center.

Question 10

can orajel work only in your mouth?

Accepted Answer

Orajel: Orajel is a topical anesthetic that is not specific to the oral cavity. It&#x27;s numbing effect can work anywhere, but it would be more effective on mucous membranes. Please read the directions before using it.

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Is it safe to use oragel to treat pain on a lip wound that has stitches?

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I found orajel that expired in 2005, is it safe to use, will it just work less or will it be dangerous to my mouth?

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Is it safe to use orajel for mouth sores even though its says that it is for toothaches?

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So i bit my lip the in side and it left a sore and can i use old orajel even tho its bad ?

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When i eat ketchup, i get these canker sores on my lips, what am i allergic to ? fastest to get ride of them? can i use oragel if expired ?

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When i eat ketchup, i get these cold sore like things on my lips, what am i allergic to ? fastest to get ride of them? can i use oragel if it was exp?

A member asked:

I hit myself with my iphone on my mouth as the phone hit me on my mouth i accidentally bit myself on my bottom lip now i have two painless little blister will they go away? and will orajel make them go away?

A member asked:

Giant canker sore and busted lip! quickest way to heal ? will orajel and lip balm help or hurt?

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I used baby orajel on my tongue and it caused my mouth to swell and its hard to smile, move my lips and to lick my lips. should i call the doctor?

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Can orajel work only in your mouth?

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