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Icing

Use an ice cube for topical application on the mouth, lips and cheeks.

PURPOSE

This activity helps increase sensitivity around the mouth, lips and cheeks.

  • Step 1

    Freeze some water to make ice cubes. If no freezer is accessible then buy an ice cream bar or small frozen food packets.

  • Step 2

    Take the ice cube or frozen item and place it on the hands first and then over the face, mouth, lips, cheeks.

    Keep the duration of application very short, just a few seconds and increase as they are more comfortable with the cold temperature.

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