<human>: Hi, the connective tissue between my lower lip and gum has been sore to touch for the past few days now. It almost feels like Ive cut it, but Im unaware how it couldve happened. It looks a bit swollen and very red. I dont know what to do and Im in a lot of discomfort with it. I have tried ibuprofen, but it hasnt helped. Advice would be great. Thanks
<bot>: Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . I have gone through your query and can understand your concern. As per your complaint it seems that you have inflammation in the area between the lower lip and the gum, and it can be due t a few reasons like:1. It can be due to injury with some hard food substance like some hard chips or anything else which cause injury to the mucosa leading to inflammation and there is redness, swelling and discomfort.2. It can also be due to injury by toothbrush bristles due to accidental slipping of toothbrush.3. Furthermore, it can also be due to thermal burns caused by some hot food or chemical burn caused by some food item of something else like mouthwashes. You need not worry as it will get relieved soon. You should do warm saline gargles. Apply Lidocaine gel over the sore area for relief. Sucking ice pops and Chat Doctor. . Along with if you can take OTC painkiller like Ibuprofen. In case if still it does not resolve consult a dentist and get evaluated. Hope this information helps. Thanks and regards.