Lip Bitting

[petb]

Hi,

 

My 6 year old has been bitting his lower lip. It's really red. Does anyone have any suggestions on what to put on it. Not sure what to look for in a product.

 

Thanks,

PetB

[Chemar]

PetB

this is a tic that I really would suggest you see your doctor about.

It is a common tic, but can become serious if infection sets in. I know this from bitter experience.

 

There are soothing oral antiseptic solutions available at most pharmacies and even in the toothcare aisle of supermarkets.......oral B makes one I believe and there are others. You can also use a dilute solution of hydrogen peroxide and also diluted tea tree oil is excellent

 

also let him have healthy popsicles as the cold helps the swelling to go down ( remember to get ones without artificial color/artificial sweetener etc)