The best solution to a toothache or tooth pain problem is to see a dentist for treatment. This is important because that pain in your teeth could mean that there is an underlying dental health concern that needs to be addressed quickly. The problem could be infection for instance. So, you should not only rely on home remedies.
However, this Dental Health Directory dental treatment post will reveal some emergency home remedies to help stop or alleviate your tooth pain. This is (at least) till you can see a dentist. So, read on to stay informed.
Home-Made Solutions for Toothache Problems
Explained below are some (natural and non-natural) ways to stop or provide significant relief for toothache:
Apply a Hot or Cold Compress
Either the use of hot or cold packs is a natural way to reduce toothaches, or even stop them. Prolonged and frequent use of the hot or cold pack leaves you feeling better with time. This is because it will help reduce the swelling caused by inflammation in the gum. You should apply the hot or cold pack to the jaw area and the side of your mouth intermittently.
Peppermint Tea Bags
Peppermint tea bags are made up of certain properties that do a good job when it comes to providing relief from toothaches. So, it can relieve you if you use it for this purpose. You can keep the tea bags in the refrigerator to cool for a few minutes before you apply them. You can also use them in their warm state.
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Hydrogen Peroxide Mouthwash
Some of its properties will help in killing bacteria that trigger tooth pain. This is besides helping to relieve pain & inflammation. Some of the notable ways it does this are by healing bleeding gums and even reducing plaque.
To use it for this purpose, it is important that you properly dilute it with water. At the very least, equal measures of water and hydrogen peroxide should be used to rinse your mouth for a few minutes repeatedly.
Clove Oil
It contains eugenol which is an antiseptic with features including providing relief from toothaches. However, you cannot use it without a carrier oil. Jojoba or even sunflower oil are good options.
The ratio should be 15 to 1. This means that for every 15 drops used, it would be mixed with one drop of carrier oil. Lay the mixture on the affected areas using a cotton ball.
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Garlic
Garlic also has bacteria-killing features and can act as a toothache remedy. It is best if it is used alongside clove. Just make sure to make a sticky paste and dab the paste on the affected area.
Warm Salt Water
Rinsing your mouth with warm salt water can provide a bit of relief from tooth pain. The good thing is that this option can be used before any of the other ones discussed above.
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