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Will The Mark Due To Burn On Lip While Smoking Cigarette Be Permanent?
Hi there. I quit smoking a few days ago due to a burn on my lip which was caused by a cigarette I lit. This incident happened a month ago, although the mark is still on my lip. Do you think this mark would be permanent? Permanent meaning until the day I die. Thanks.
Tue, 11 Feb 2014
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Welcome to HCM,
Smoking will leads to discoloration of lips.If you quit smoking, your lips may not return to their previous color, but over a period of time the skin will become lighten.
Some of the creams like hydroquinone or a topical retinoid can be applied over the lips which helps to lightening the skin of the lip. These creams requires prescription from your dermatologist.
Thank you.
Welcome to HCM,
Smoking will leads to discoloration of lips.If you quit smoking, your lips may not return to their previous color, but over a period of time the skin will become lighten.
Some of the creams like hydroquinone or a topical retinoid can be applied over the lips which helps to lightening the skin of the lip. These creams requires prescription from your dermatologist.
Thank you.
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