Managing Pain

There are many methods for relieving oral pain. They include:

•  Ice packs on the affected area.
•  Avoiding hard candy or ice.
•  Avoiding sleeping on your stomach.

Dentists use a wide array of pain management tools, including:

•  Anesthetics such as Novocaine.
•  Analgesics such as aspirin or ibuprofen.
•  Sedatives, including a procedure known as “conscious sedation” or general sedation (also known as “deep sedation”).