Learner's definition of CUNNING. [more cunning; most cunning] : getting what is wanted in a clever and often deceptive way. a cunning criminal. She was cunning enough to fool me. a cunning plan.
Dental Hygiene. 1  Brush your teeth very carefully as a mild bruise can cause serious infection. 2  Keep your head in an upright position while sleeping. 3  To reduce the post operative swelling, rinse your mouth with warm salt water at least 4 times a day. Do not spit and rinse thoroughly.
It is natural to expect some swelling after surgery. To keep swelling to a minimum, apply an ice pack to the outside of your face for 15 minutes on and then 15 minutes off for the next 24 hours (except while sleeping). Do not be alarmed if you wake up more swollen than you were when you went to bed. Resume the ice pack in the morning. Sleep with your head on two pillows.