You donât have to worry about making permanent changes to your anatomy or a difficult recovery from a major weight loss surgery. Adjustments to the LAP-BANDÂ® are made through a discreet and carefully placed access port that is connected to the end of the silicone tubing from the gastric band.
While aloe vera gel can be used by itself to treat swollen lips, you can make the remedy more potent by adding some tea tree essential oil to it. Tea tree oil is a strong antimicrobial agent, and it can help reduce swelling caused by infections and insect bites very quickly (12).
Use lip balm. Apply a lip balm to promote healing and prevent chapped lips. Lip balm also helps to seal in moisture and protect your lips from outside irritations. Apply lip balm every hour or two to treat dry lips and to keep them healthy. Use balm with SPF of at least 16 to save your lips from sun damage. Apply lip balm after you have applied a moisturizer.