10 Proven Toothache Home Remedies

Sometimes all of us fall victim to a toothache. It ruins your day and makes you fail to accomplish what you have planned. If you have this  issue you should see your dentist immediately.  Meanwhile, here are some home remedies that can help you manage your toothache. .

1. Saltwater rinse

Using warm salt water to treat a toothache is a common solution. It helps to get rid of inflammation and promotes temporary pain relief. Salt water also helps with healing minor oral wounds in your mouth.

2.Use a cold compress

You can also reduce inflammation and lower  swelling by applying a cold bag or a pack of frozen food from the fridge to your cheek for about 20 minutes. Just make sure to have a piece of cloth between them as a buffer.

3. Apply a hot pack

You  can also have a hot pack applied to one of your cheeks to ease the pain and decrease swelling. Just grab a sock filled with rice and put it in the microwave for a moment until it gets hot.

4. Painkillers and anti-inflammatory

Many dentists recommend using some over the counter medications to minimize the discomfort. Anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen work effectively against dental pain because they lower inflammation in the affected areas of your mouth. You can use Aspirin, but it is  not recommended for teenagers under 16. 

5. Keep your head elevated

Having blood pumped in your head may increase the inflammation process and produce additional pain. Try to keep your head lifted on a pillow or two if you are having problems with sleep because of the pain.

6. Use clove

Clove contains eugenol, which is a natural analgesic that numbs the teeth saving you from pain. You can ground a few cloves and throw them in the water to make a paste . Use it as toothpaste afterward. Or you can just mildly chew on a single clove and let it sit close to the painful area in the mouth to reduce  pain. Be careful with giving cloves to children. They may swallow it causing a lot of additional pain, because of the spiky nature of the clove.

7. Garlic

Garlic has been  used as a natural remedy for many years.Allicin, the main compound in garlic, has a powerful antibacterial effect. Add crushed garlic to your salt and water and apply it to the affected tooth. Even simple chewing of garlic can bring pain relief .

8. Peppermint tea

Peppermint tea bags may help you with toothache and irritated gums. Menthol, a compound of peppermint, which is responsible for its minty taste and smell is known for its numbing properties. Just please yourself with some mint tea and try to swish it around in your mouth before swallowing for better effect. 

9. Aloe vera 

You can use aloe vera gel or extract to ease the pain. This plant has been used for a long time to help with the healing of minor cuts and burns. It should be gently applied to the painful area in the mouth. 

10. Guava 

Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, guava has an antimicrobial effect and can help  relieve pain and sterilize your mouth. You can chew on its fresh leaves or make a mouthwash by boiling them.

The bottom line

If you experience a toothache for more than a few minutes once in a while, you should consider seeing your dentist to prevent further damage to your teeth.  Use these tips as a temporary treatment of minor discomfort.