Alex from Labisan here. You are not alone with this, it is far more common than people admit. The most reproducible lever for most of us is UV, so a daily mineral SPF lip balm plus steady sleep is where I would start. Log what you notice and the pattern usually shows itself.
Yes, every single time, and I used to think it was the numbing shot but I'm pretty sure now it's just my mouth being stretched open for an hour plus the stress of it all. I started asking the hygienist to go easy on my lips and putting balm on right before I go in, which has helped a bit but not completely.
Yes, every single time, I think it's all the stretching and the bright light in my face for an hour that does it. I've started asking for extra breaks now and it seems to help a little, though honestly I still get nervous booking cleanings.
Yes, every single time, I think it's the stretching and the numbing spray irritating my lip, so now I warn the hygienist ahead of time and it seems to help a bit.
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