Dry, chapped lips are common in the winter. We at Bear Creek Dental want our patients to avoid this, which is why we’re providing a guide to proper prevention and maintenance.
The reason why chapped lips occur more in cold weather is that cold air cannot hold much moisture. Wrapping a scarf tightly around the face is the best way of preventing damage from wind. But inside, you have more options for increasing the air’s moisture and protecting yourself. Place humidifiers in the bedroom, office, and any other room where you have to spend a long time. Put on lip balm several times a day, including before you go to bed. But keep in mind that some people have bad reactions to menthol and other common lip balm ingredients, and change balms if redness increases.
Mouth breathing can also prevent the lips from getting enough moisture and should be avoided, if possible. It is also best not to wet the lips with saliva, as this evaporates rapidly and removes more moisture with it. Lastly, don’t try tucking the lips under the teeth, as this covers them in saliva and can cause tooth migration.
Bear Creek Dental is located at Unit 201 10015 102 Ave, Grande Prairie, Alberta, T8v 0z8, Canada. To schedule an appointment, call 780-539-0404 or visit BearCreekDental.CA.
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