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My lips is becoming extremely dry

2019-01-21 05:23:34
Last week I had braces on my lower part of my teeth.after some days my lips started getting extremely dry and flaky.even if I tried moisturizing with lip balm/coconut oil but still it's not working and it is swollened also..I don't know whether it is  because of the braces or any allergy.plz suggest what should I do now?
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Could be allergic contact dermatitis due to the braces. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment

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