What should I do if my upper lip is caught in my teeth gap?

The upper lip getting caught in a tooth gap may be caused by factors such as dry lips, trauma, or large gaps between teeth. This condition is usually not serious. Patients are advised to manage it through daily care, medication, wearing braces, and so on. There's no need for excessive concern, and with proper management, it generally does not affect overall health.

1. Daily Care

Not drinking enough water regularly or being in hot, high-temperature environments may lead to dry mouth, causing the upper lip to get caught in a tooth gap. Typically, no special treatment is required, and patients should not worry excessively. Simply increasing fluid intake and consuming fresh fruits and vegetables—such as apples, oranges, tomatoes, and celery—can gradually relieve symptoms.

2. Medication

If a patient falls accidentally or suffers a blow from a heavy object, the upper lip may sustain trauma, resulting in it getting caught in a tooth gap. The patient should promptly visit a hospital for routine disinfection and wound suturing. Under a doctor’s guidance, medications such as Sanqi tablets or Melilotus extract tablets can be taken to reduce swelling and promote tissue healing. In cases of bacterial infection, antibiotics such as amoxicillin capsules or cefixime tablets may be prescribed for anti-inflammatory treatment.

3. Wearing Braces

Large tooth gaps may result from tooth decay, missing teeth, dental malformations, or misaligned dentition. Patients can visit a hospital and, based on their individual situation, choose appropriate orthodontic appliances—such as traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, clear aligners, lingual braces, or self-ligating braces—to correct the alignment and improve the condition of the upper lip getting caught in the tooth gap.