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").