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Toothache has two main causes. The first is when a hole affects the inside of your tooth and exposes the end of a nerve before it dies. The second is when the fibers that hold your tooth in the tooth socket become infected (this is called an abscess). You can soothe your toothache yourself, but only a dentist can fix the actual problem.

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Method 1 of 3: Using home remedies

1. Rinse your mouth with warm water. One of the first things you'll want to do is make sure your mouth is clean and that no food particles are bothering the sore. Water that is too cold or too hot can be painful for your mouth. So be sure to choose lukewarm to warm water.
   • Gently floss the areas between your teeth. Flossing removes the food debris and bacteria that are still in your mouth. Avoid excessive flossing around the affected area. The area could become more painful and bleed.
2. Get medical attention if you have a broken tooth in addition to pain. This could be due to a traumatic injury. In that case, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. Swallowed teeth and the loss of permanent teeth are also considered an emergency by dentists.

Warnings

• Drink never alcohol when taking painkillers.
• If you use a clove several times a day for months can this can cause permanent damage to your dental nerve. So see your dentist if the pain persists for more than a week.