the outside of my lips on the sides are red and burn and itch because i just got braces what do i do?

Answer 1

Have you tried Chap Stick or some other lip balm? Often times, the orthodontist has to be aggressive in pulling the lips back far enough so he or she can get the brackets and corresponding wires on the far back teeth. It's a temporary discomfort but your new smile in the end will make all the pain and discomfort worthwhile.

Answer 2

Hi! I've been in dentistry for over 25 years and this is common. Try this, use blistex on the corners and then Vaseline on your lips. Make sure you carry the Vaseline container and use it 4-5 times a day. This will stop the irritation, help it to heal and stop the redness. At night before bed, rinse with very salty warm water. This will help heal. You can also apply camphor-phenque to the corners of your mouth but DO NOT use ambesol. That will burn and make things worse. Once the redness stops, keep up with the Vaseline and you will be fine. This will keep your lips moist and stop any cracking. If you have any other questions, please ask. Marie

Answer 3

you might have your self checked for being allergic to metal, most braces, and partials are made from chrome,or stainless steel,
I have what is called metal posioning, my body reacts any type of metal i wear or put on, by turning red itching,and burning,

Answer 4

neosporin, and just wiati it out