Rinse 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
Chew on the opposite side of the mouth
Keep the area clean with gentle brushing
Use a numbing oral gel if appropriate and directed on the label
Sleep with your head elevated
See a dentist as soon as possible
Seek urgent care if there is swelling, fever, pus, or trouble swallowing or breathing