First inspect your child’s teeth to ensure that there is no object stuck in his/her teeth and wash the mouth out with warm water. If pain insists, use a cold compress (mentioned above) to help the child deal with the pain. Applying heat or a topical pain reliever may cause damage to the gums (gingiva), so please don’t apply directly to the heated area. Call our kid’s orthodontist near you or a children’s dental specialist to schedule an appointment.