Take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed on the label
Use a cold compress on the outside of your cheek for 15 to 20 minutes at a time
Rinse gently with warm salt water after 24 hours
Eat soft foods and avoid hard, crunchy, or chewy foods
Avoid using straws, smoking, or vaping
Keep your head elevated when resting
Brush and floss carefully around the area
Use a numbing oral gel if appropriate and directed
Drink plenty of water
Contact a dentist or oral surgeon if pain is severe, worsening, or lasts more than a few days