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When eating, i bite inside my lower lip & it cuts/swells, then painful to eat several days afterward. happens often. how to treat so it heals quickly?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Don't bite it: The oral mucosa heal quickly. Try to ear more carefully and slowly to avoid future problems.

Dr Blinski agreed

Answered 7/8/2015

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A member asked:

When eating, i bite inside my lower lip & it cuts/swells, then painful to eat several days afterward. happens often. how to treat so it heals quickly?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Dr Blinski agreed

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