Pericoronitis: Treatment, Diet and Home Remedies

Food and Nutrition

Foods to be taken
  • Usually Soft foods and liquids are suggested
Foods to be avoided
  • Spicy foods, alcohol and tobacco

Home Remedies

  • Dissolve half teaspoon of salt in a glass of lukewarm water, rinse your mouth thoroughly. This has a soothing effect.
  • Rub an ice cube rolled up in a towel gently over the cheek near the site of impacted tooth for about 5min.
  • Maintain good oral hygiene 




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