For those of you having your wisdom teeth pulled (or other similar oral surgery) here is something I accidentally tried that worked wonders for me and everyone I've suggested it to since.
Drink some room temperature tea. Let it sit in your mouth for several seconds before swallowing. The tannic acid in the tea is SOOOOO soothing on those horribly abused gums and/or tissues. It must work similarly to placing tea bags on your puffy eyes. It really reduces the inflamation, and it was so just so soothing. I've given the tip to several people since, and every single one of them says it works wonders.
Good luck to anyone having dental work!
