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A toothache is often painful, makes you miserable and interferes with your daily life. In addition to toothache, you will have other symptoms such as low-grade fever, swelling in the affected tooth or jaw pain. However, there are many natural remedies that are used to relieve toothache pain. If you experience persistent pain, you should see your dentist for a dental checkup.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Home remedies

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   Gargle with warm salt water. The first thing you can do at home to relieve a toothache is to rinse your mouth with salt water. One of the most common causes of toothache is inflammation and salt acts as cleaning agents to prevent infection. The salt absorbs fluids in the inflamed area, relieves soft tissue tension and relieves pain.
   • For brine, take a full glass of warm water and add 1 teaspoon of table salt or sea salt. Stir well to dissolve the salt.
   • Use lukewarm water instead of hot water so you don't burn your mouth.
   • Take a sip of the salt water and rinse it well in your mouth, especially near the affected tooth. Do this for at least 30 seconds before spitting it out - never swallow.
   • Repeat this every hour and the pain will subside.
   • If salt is not available, a mouthwash with warm water is also effective.

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   Floss to clear food and plaque. After rinsing your mouth, you should continue to remove any plaque or food that has stuck to your teeth. Floss carefully clean around the fillet. However, don't do any further damage to your teeth, but it's important to remove something that increases the infection.

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   Dab clove oil on the affected tooth. Clove oil has long been used to treat toothache because of its antibacterial and analgesic properties. Furthermore, it can reduce inflammation and antioxidants. This oil will numb the area around the sore tooth, making you uncomfortable and relieve the pain.
   • Dab a few drops of clove oil on a cotton ball and gently apply it to the affected tooth. Then, you should see the pain subside. Repeat this method 3 times daily for best results.
   • However, clove oil is only safe when used in small amounts, too much will affect your health, so read the instructions carefully before using.
   • You can buy clove oil at a drugstore or grocery store, but if you want to make your own at home, just crush 2 cloves of cloves and combine them with olive oil.

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   Use a cold compress. If your toothache is caused by an injury, use a cold compress to relieve the pain. Wrap an ice cube with a clean towel or tissue and apply it directly to the cheek area where the toothache is. For 10 minutes.
   • The cold temperature will create a feeling of numbness, helping to relieve pain. In addition to using ice, you can use an ice pack or a pack of frozen vegetables.
   • Absolutely do not place the stone directly on the gums as it can damage the sensitive tissue.

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   Use a damp tea bag. Place a wet tea bag on the sore tooth. This method is very simple and easy to do at home. Although it does not cure the infection or the cause of a toothache, it is believed to help relieve some symptoms. Simply moisten a tea bag in warm (not hot) water, squeeze it dry, and place it on the sore tooth for about 15 minutes.
   • Tea bags contain tannins with powerful astringent properties and temporary relief of pain.
   • Eucalyptus or mint is also particularly effective.
   • However, doing this method regularly will stain teeth and gums.

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   Relieve toothache with turmeric. Turmeric is not only a kitchen spice, but it is also used in medicine. Turmeric contains curcumin, an active ingredient capable of reducing the amount of histamine, helping to relieve pain.
   • Add 5gr turmeric, 2 garlic cloves and 2 dried guava leaves in 250ml of water. Then boil the mixture for 5 minutes.
   • Strain the mixture and let it cool then rinse your mouth for 1 minute to relieve pain.
   • Another way is to take 2 tablespoons of ground turmeric and roast it in a pan. Let the turmeric powder cool, then gently apply it to the affected tooth with a cotton swab.

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   Things to avoid. After the toothache is relieved, you should take good care of your teeth to avoid some things that cause discomfort and increase the pain. It is up to you to do this and you have to see what makes you uncomfortable and avoid it. Often times, foods and drinks that are too cold or hot will make some people's teeth more painful. advertisement

Method 2 of 2: Understand the limits of natural methods

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   Be careful when applying natural methods. Natural remedies can help relieve toothache and relieve discomfort, but if you experience persistent pain then you should find a way to cure the cause of the problem. You will need to see a dentist for treatment. Because there is still not enough evidence for the effectiveness of natural herbs in dentistry.
   • If you choose herbal therapy, stop the day when it doesn't work. Do not continue with one method to improve your condition by increasing the dosage of the medication. Increasing the dosage can make that pain worse.
   • Rinse mouth with water right away if you have a burning or itching sensation after taking herbal medicine. Don't use mouthwash because the alcohol in it will irritate the thin tissue in the mouth.
   • Remember that toothache caused by an infection does not go away until the infection is gone.

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   See a dentist. If your toothache persists for more than a day or two, you should see your dentist for an early check. Natural treatments will provide short-term pain relief, but they cannot cure the condition. A toothache that is not properly treated will lead to a tooth abscess.
   • Pain relievers like paracetamol and ibuprofen will be more effective than natural remedies for toothache relief.
   • However, never let the pain reliever go directly to the gums as it will damage the gum tissue.

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   Find out what causes toothache. When you have a toothache, you need to understand the cause in order to take steps to prevent it from returning after treatment. A toothache occurs when the middle part of a tooth, called the pulp, becomes inflamed. The nerve end in this middle part is extremely sensitive to pain, making toothache extremely uncomfortable. Inflammation is often caused by a deep hole, infection, or trauma.
   • The most important thing to avoid toothache is to maintain good oral hygiene. Keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy by limiting your intake of foods high in sugar, brushing your teeth twice a day, using extra floss or mouthwash.
   • When you have a toothache, it could be a tooth with cavities or an infection. Remember that while you can relieve pain naturally, tooth decay will not stop.
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Warning

• The natural treatment for toothache is temporary and cannot be a substitute for professional dental care. Once you have control of your pain, you still need to see a dentist as soon as possible.