Rinse your mouth gently with warm salt water several times a day
Apply a cold compress or suck on ice chips to reduce swelling
Avoid hot, spicy, acidic, or crunchy foods
Eat soft foods like yogurt, soup, mashed potatoes, and smoothies
Keep the area clean by brushing gently and rinsing after meals
Avoid biting the tongue again by chewing slowly and carefully
Use over-the-counter pain relief if needed and safe for you
Avoid alcohol and tobacco until healed
See a dentist or doctor if bleeding won’t stop, pain is severe, or it shows signs of infection