Toothache Remedies Clove Oil
The searing pain a bad tooth can cause is something that we don’t want to experience much too often. Unfortunately, toothaches have a knack of knocking on our doors (or teeth to put it frankly) during the most inopportune times. That is why we are always advised to take a trip to the dentist’s office at least twice a year. As they say, regular checkups and advancements in dental care might just save us from teeth troubles. But in the event of a toothache attack, here are several steps you can take to stop or at least minimize the pain:
1. Take Your Medicine
In order to reduce painful inflammation, take pain relievers such as Aspirin, Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen. The said tablets are considered very good in treating toothaches. Just be sure to read the instructions printed on the bottle before taking any of these medicines.
2. Rinse Regularly
Aside from brushing your teeth 2-3 times a day, best if you could use antiseptic rinse on a daily basis. That way, you can relieve minor pain and prevent toothaches in the future.
3. Get The Garlic Going
Though a little bit out of the ordinary, try chewing a clove of garlic. Best to do this every morning. However, try not to overdo with the garlic-chewing. Unless of course bad breath appeals to you.
4. Apply Garlic and Salt
Allicin, garlic’s antibacterial compound, coupled with a pinch of rock salt are said to be very helpful in stopping bacteria which causes toothache. Mash the two agents together and apply to the site of the toothache.
5. Apply Cold Compress
You don’t have to be handy with landau scrubs to get this one right. Simply apply the cold compress to the side of the cheek and you’re all set.
6. Numbing with a Desensitizing Agent
While this particular remedy will not entirely eliminate a toothache, it is regarded as a temporary relief as the tooth-desensitizing agent can numb a particularly painful area for a certain period of time.
7. Onion, Anyone?
This may seem unpleasant, but chewing onions is one of the best ways to kill bacteria which causes toothaches.
8. Rinse with Water
In order to avoid aggravating your toothache even more, try to remove any food debris by rinsing our mouth with water. Naturally, brushing one’s teeth will speed up the process of dislodging any foreign object that can cause further stress to your teeth.
9. Wax is The Way to Go
Applying wax to the affected tooth can reduce sensitivity. Gauze is a good alternative to wax. However, remember that this remedy is not a cure, but merely a way to reduce painful irritation.
10. Keep Your Head Up
Yes, toothaches must not let you down. But what we really mean by “keeping your head up” is elevating one’s head-literally. This simple action can effectively reduce the pressure to the affected tooth and the surrounding area.
Remember, if none of these remedies were able to eliminate or reduce the pain, then it’s time to visit your dentist. Best if you could nip this in the bud and avoid complications in the future.
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