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”).