Baby has a swelling on the lips

2025-11-30 07:31:42
Hi sir my baby has a swelling on the lips, and it has been there for more than 25 days. The swelling hasn’t gone down, and I’m a bit worried.
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Looks like mucocele , please visit near by dentist vand get it removed, laser assisted surgery will have very less discomfort

Answered2025-12-08 13:44:30

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Most likely a simple traumatic mucocele ✔️ No signs of infection ✔️ Size small to moderate ✔️ Safe to observe for 2–3 weeks 1. Do not manipulate the lesion. Do not attempt to pop. 2. Apply coconut oil 3–4×/day. 3. Prevent lip biting. 4. Recheck in 2 weeks. 5. If persists beyond 3–4 weeks → get it evaluated by a pedodontist. Conservative Home Care • Avoid lip biting (monitor during feeding) • Keep the area clean • No spicy / salty foods • Apply glycerin or virgin coconut oil 3–4 times a day • Maintain hydration • Prevent further trauma (avoid hard toys to mouth)
Next Steps
Check for increase in size for the next 2-4 weeks. Check for pain, changes in colour from pink-purple. (It might indicate infection)
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Can use numbing gels for infants after evaluation. Do not opt for steroidal ointments.

Answered2025-12-02 14:54:15

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It looks like a mucocele (swelling in salivary gland) if the baby is painless it’s not of severe concern but since it has been there for a long time pls consult a pedodontist/ dental surgeon for further treatment It may require surgical removal so it doesn’t recur
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Pls visit a dentist
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Answered2025-11-30 09:53:49

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Caused due to lip biting in children. You should consult a Pedodontist ( specialist dentist of child ).

Answered2025-11-30 08:37:51

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Hello Looks like me coil please visit the periodontist for further evaluation and treatment plan

Answered2025-12-07 18:13:52

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Hello Seems like a haematoma (blood clot) has been formed due to either trauma or lip biting Kindly consult once with pedodontist ( children dentist specialist)

Answered2025-11-30 08:08:00

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