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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Lip After A Fall
Hi doc.. I had an accident last sunday and i fell down and broke my tooth. Also the doctor sutured my upper lip and its swollen now. I want to know how long will it take to heal the wound and cut the stitches?? And i can t brush my front upper teeth because of the wound. I want to whether the wound will get infected. And also i want to know the signs that shows my wound is healing. Thank you..
Tue, 12 Feb 2019
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to inflammation due to the trauma.
I recommend using anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen.
I also recommend using cool compresses for relief.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to inflammation due to the trauma.
I recommend using anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen.
I also recommend using cool compresses for relief.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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