Rinse your mouth with warm salt water several times a day
Keep the tongue clean by gently brushing with a soft toothbrush
Avoid spicy, acidic, hot, or crunchy foods
Drink plenty of water
Suck on ice chips to reduce pain and swelling
Use over-the-counter oral pain relief gel if needed
Avoid smoking, alcohol, and mouthwash with alcohol
Eat soft foods until the cut heals
Apply gentle pressure with clean gauze if bleeding
See a doctor or dentist if the cut is deep, keeps bleeding, shows signs of infection, or does not heal within 1 to 2 weeks