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Recently went to the dentist and bite my inner lip. it's still hurts and is swollen after three days. what can i do. is this permanent? i'm worried
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Antibiotics: Probably will be fine. Oral mucosa heals well. You may ask dentist for course of antibiotics in case infected.
Answered 2/11/2016
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No worries: Not permanent. Should heal within a few days. You may need antibiotics... discuss with your dentist
Answered 8/10/2015
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