What should I do if my lip is swollen from a broken tooth?

Lips swollen by teeth can be relieved by general treatment, use of drugs and other ways. 1. General treatment: If there is no obvious wound, you can use a cold towel or ice bag to apply a cold compress to the affected area, which can effectively shrink the capillaries and reduce the swelling and pain, and if there is an obvious wound, it is recommended to use iodine vodka or hydrogen peroxide to disinfect the area, avoid spicy and stimulating food during the recovery process, and maintain local hygiene, which will help relieve the swelling. 2. Use of drugs: patients if the situation is more serious, and can be used under the guidance of the doctor erythromycin ointment or cephalexin ointment and other drugs to prevent local infection, if the wound is large or bleeding, should go to the hospital in a timely manner to the affected area for suturing to promote the recovery of local tissues. It is recommended that patients should cooperate with the doctor to carry out relevant care, and follow the doctor’s instructions for medication, which can help the recovery of the condition.