Rinse your mouth with warm salt water
Floss gently to remove trapped food
Take over-the-counter pain medicine as directed on the label
Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek
Avoid very hot, cold, sweet, or hard foods
Chew on the opposite side of your mouth
Keep your head elevated
Use a temporary dental filling material if a filling is lost
Use clove oil sparingly on the painful area
Brush gently with a soft toothbrush
See a dentist as soon as possible
Get urgent care if you have swelling, fever, trouble swallowing, or trouble breathing