The most effective way to reduce swelling, is RICE.
That is:
Rest
Ice
Compression
Elevation
You must do this for a couple of days, if it doesn't get better, visit a doctor.
Only by using antibiotics.
The best way to bring down swelling in your mouth is to see a doctor to determine the cause and treatment. If left untreated, it could lead to breathing problems.
Yes, anything cold will bring down the swelling.
gurgle some salt water every two times daily for a while til the swelling goes down
Typically a dentist will not do the procedure until the swelling goes down. The dentist will usually prescribe an antibiotic first, to help bring down the swelling and reduce any pain.
It is an allergic reaction. If in the event a child begins to swell after a sting and allergy relief medications (antihistamines) do not bring it down any-phone for an ambulance.
Not much. Braces will hurt because of the shifting of teeth. Your orthodontist may recommend bonjella to bring down the swelling.
Just like any male, give it time.
Do not remove it when it is swollen. You can cause tiny tears in your skin, which can increase swelling even further, and cause infection. To relieve the swelling, take an Ibuprofen, and put a warm compress over the piercing. These two combined should bring down the swelling enough to where you can take the jewelry out. Good luck!
Yes, if you hit your head or bump it ice will bring down the swelling. Ice is good for many bumps, burns, and scrapes.
When you get your tongue pierced it is more than likely going to swell a lot. You can suck on ice chips to bring some of the swelling down and for the first few days you will probably have to stick to foods such as soup, yogurt and popcycles. After the swelling goes down you can return to normal foods.
I would wrap the area with a tensor bandage and keep it elevated to avoid swelling. Try to stay off the ankle for 3 to 5 days so that the swelling has a chance to go down then apply light pressure to the ankle.