Lip injury from teeth

What are cuts and wounds of the mouth and lips?

Children often get minor cuts, wounds, and lacerations to the mouth and lips while playing, climbing, or participating in sports activities.

Most of these injuries can be handled at home with simple first-aid treatment.

Deep cut inside upper lip

The gums, tongue, and lips have a rich blood supply, and when cuts occur, these areas may bleed excessively.

First aid for superficial cuts and wounds:

• Calm your child and let him or her know you can help.

• Apply pressure with a clean cloth or bandage for several minutes to stop bleeding.

• Wash your hands well.

• If the wound is on the lips or outside area of the mouth, wash it well with soap and water, but do not scrub the wound.

  Remove any dirt particles from the area and let the water from the faucet run over it for several minutes. A dirty cut or scrape that is not well cleaned can cause scarring:

  • Apply an antiseptic lotion or cream.

  • Give your child an ice pop or ice cube to suck on to help reduce bleeding and swelling.

  • Check the area each day and

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