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Best way to treat a swollen lip?
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Ice then heat: Within the first 3-6 hours, use ice pack. Then after 12 hours use moist heat pack.
Answered 9/28/2016
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From what?: If it's swollen from trauma, use ice pack first 24 hours on and off every 15 minutes. Then it's just a waiting game until it goes away. If of unknown origin, you need to see a dentist as soon as possible as it is likely an infection that would require immediate treatment.
Answered 4/29/2013
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