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).
Wrap ice cubes with a clean cloth or towel. Avoid putting ice cubes directly to the busted lips as it may trigger mild frost bite. Press the compress gently on the busted lips for 5 to 10 minutes. Take a break and repeat for several times until the pain subsides and the swelling goes down. Baking soda is also helpful in reducing pain caused by fever blisters and allergic reaction.