Home care for a gum injury includes:
- Avoid alcohol.
- Avoid citrus juice.
- Avoid salty foods.
- Eat a soft diet.
- Stop smoking.
- Apply cold compresses:
- Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 1-2 hours, for the first few days.
- Maintain good oral hygiene:
- Brush your teeth after meals and at bedtime.
- Brush gently, using a soft toothbrush.
- Floss your teeth carefully every day.
- Gargle with dilute saltwater three times per day.
- Follow your doctor's instructions if you have stitches.
- Acetaminophen for pain and fever
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain
- Take prescribed medications as directed.
