Author: hautbois
Date: 2008-10-04 16:30
It is not entirely clear from your posting -- is the split on the outside of the lip? If it is on the inside, then using a piece of paper or plastic over the teeth, as is done by some clarinetists, could help. If it is on the outside of the lip, you might try some zilactin. It is intended for cankor sores. It forms a film (unfortunately, it is somewhat brown in color and will show) which acts as a temporary skin. It can also be used inside of the mouth, I believe.
And ridiculously soft reeds are not a bad idea, and will force you to learn to not to bite down in your embouchure. A constant open sore is not healthy, never mind how it affects your playing. Any sign of infection? If so, get to a doctor.
Elizabeth
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