Rinse your mouth with warm salt water several times a day
Keep the area clean by gently brushing and flossing
Avoid spicy, acidic, salty, and crunchy foods
Eat soft foods and drink plenty of water
Avoid alcohol and tobacco
Use over-the-counter pain relief if needed and safe for you
Apply oral numbing gel if appropriate and directed
Suck on ice chips or hold cold water in your mouth briefly
Avoid touching the cut with your tongue or fingers
See a dentist or doctor if the cut is deep, keeps bleeding, shows signs of infection, or does not improve in a few days