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A member asked:
Braces are irritating my bottom lip, what should i do?
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Lots of things: First, call your orthodontist for advice. Take advil (ibuprofen). Rinse with salt water. Put orthodontic wax on the braces. Dab orabase-b onto sore spots.
Answered 11/23/2013
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