A toothache is one of the most common dental complaints. Irrespective of your gender or age, a toothache is generally something that sends you scurrying to the dentist. But a dentist’s chair is a place most people want to avoid! But there is another way out of the hell that is toothache. Home remedies can provide relief from excruciating toothache. But remember, these home remedies for tooth ache do not cure the problem but provides relief from the pain.
A toothache can be quite painful and debilitating. Toothache can occur anytime and usually without a warning. If there is an infection in the tooth or gum, you may also experience swelling and redness around the affected area. The sharp, throbbing pain can drive you crazy and if you do not treat it right away, you may end up losing the tooth. The severity of the pain can range from mild to excruciating. Some people also suffer from chronic toothache.
The main cause of toothache is cavity or decay. When you consume a diet rich in sugar and refined carbohydrates, the sugar is broken down in the mouth by bacteria, releasing acids that eat into the enamel. As a result, the enamel gets eroded and prolonged erosion results in dental decay.
It is quite strange that toothaches tend to manifest usually at nights, during weekends or holidays when most dental clinics are closed! When you have this pain, the last thing you want is to be told is that you will have to wait a day or two before you can see a dentist. You know the wait will be excruciating and during that time you will not want to eat or talk to anyone. All you will want is the pain to disappear. The best way to tackle toothache while you are waiting to see a dentist is by using effective home remedies. These remedies can provide temporary relief.
There are many tooth ache home remedies that make use of common ingredients found in most homes. You can use these ingredients to get relief from the debilitating tooth pain you are experiencing. However, be sure to visit a dentist to find out the cause of the pain and get treated for it as soon as possible.
In case you have a cavity, get some baby aspirins. Better still; find flavored ones, as they are tastier than plain aspirin. Crush an aspirin and apply it on the decayed part of your tooth. Let the aspirin dissolve on its own. This will provide relief from the pain.
Cloves have been used for centuries in Eastern medicine to provide quick relief from toothache. Grind a few cloves and place a small amount of it next to the affected tooth. Do not try to consume the powder. Just let it stay in place. After a couple of minutes, you will notice your tooth pain diminishing. Also, be prepared for a little pungency, as cloves are a pungent spice.
Take a normal tea bag and wet it with some water. Apply the teabag on the tooth. The tannins from the tea will help reduce swelling and also provide relief from the pain. If your tooth is not sensitive to cold, place the teabag in ice water for some time before applying it.
Take a glass of warm water and dissolve a teaspoon of salt into it. Gently rinse your mouth with the warm salt water. It will help the swelling and also kill bacteria in your mouth.
This home remedy for tooth ache also has been around for quite some time. Take a ball of cotton and soak it with some whiskey or brandy. Apply the soaked cotton ball on your tooth. This will provide temporary relief from the pain. Keep replacing the cotton ball until you can visit a dentist.
Powder some cayenne pepper and ginger root. Add a couple of drops of water to make a thick paste. Dip a ball of cotton into the paste, so that it gets completely covered with it. Now apply the cotton on your tooth. Be sure to keep the cotton away from your gums, as it can cause irritation. This tooth ache home remedy will provide relief from the pain immediately.
Garlic has so many medicinal properties, so it is not surprising that it is also effective against toothache. Crush a clove of garlic and mix some rock salt. Apply this paste on the affected tooth to get relief.
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