Rinse your mouth with warm salt water
Floss gently to remove trapped food
Take over-the-counter pain relief as directed on the label
Apply a cold compress to the outside of the cheek
Avoid very hot, cold, sweet, or hard foods
Keep the affected area clean
Use a numbing oral gel if appropriate and directed
Sleep with your head elevated
See a dentist as soon as possible
Seek urgent care if you have swelling, fever, trouble swallowing, or trouble breathing