Well, you need to get to your dentist ASAP! In the meantime, the ibuprofen will help take the swelling down as well as help with the pain. Also, ice packs are underrated. They really help, both with pain and swelling. Does the oxycodone make you drowsy? Is that why you don't want to take it at work? If that's the case, you could try a half a pill while you're working.