Toothache ??
Toothaches can vary greatly, from mild soreness to an unbearable
throbbing pain in your teeth or around your jaws. Some of the main causes of
toothaches are cavities, an infection, an exposed tooth root, a cracked
tooth, gum disease, a loose filling, or jaw joint disorder.
A
toothache (see the above diagram) happens when the central region of the tooth,
known as the pulp, becomes irritated or inflamed. The pulp consists of several
nerve endings that are highly sensitive. Pulp can become inflamed or irritated
for many reasons, some of which are noted above.
If
you have toothache, it is best to seek immediate advice from a dentist before
the problem worsens. You can also try some natural remedies to relieve the pain
temporarily.
Garlic
- Use of garlic can also provide immense relief from toothache.
Garlic has antibiotic and othMix a crushed garlic clove (or garlic powder)
with some table salt or black salt and apply it directly on the affected
tooth to alleviate the pain. If you prefer, you can chew one or two cloves
of garlic to get relief.
- Repeat this natural treatment for a few days.
Cloves
Cloves
have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant and anesthetic properties
that help alleviate tooth pain and fight infection.
- Grind two whole cloves. Mix in a little olive oil or any vegetable
oil and apply on the affected tooth.
- Another option is to dab a cotton ball in clove oil and rub it
directly on the sore tooth. Or, you can mix a few drops of clove oil in
half a glass of water and use it as a mouth rinse.
Warm
Salt Water
A
simple glass of warm salt water can help treat a toothache.
Mix
half a spoon of common salt in a glass of hot water and use it to rinse your
mouth thoroughly.
It
will help reduce swelling and inflammation, and also fight the bacteria that
cause infection.
Guava
Leaves
Fresh
guava leaves can also alleviate toothache, thanks to their anti-inflammatory,
analgesic and antimicrobial properties.
- Simply chew one or two tender guava leaves until the juice starts
working on the affected tooth. You can also use raw spinach leaves in the
same way.
- Another remedy is to put four to five guava leaves in water and
boil it. Allow the solution to cool to a warm temperature and add some
salt. Use the solution as a mouthwash.
Onion
Onions
have antiseptic and antimicrobial properties that control a toothache. It can
provide relief from pain by killing the germs causing an infection.
Asafetida
Dental
problems such as toothaches and bleeding gums can be treated at home with the
use of asafetida.
- Simply add a pinch or one-half teaspoon of powdered asafetida to
two teaspoons of lemon juice and then warm it slightly. Use a cotton pad
to apply the solution on the affected area. This will give you quick
relief from the pain.
- Alternatively, asafetida fried in clarified butter can be put in
the tooth cavity for instant relief.
Vanilla
Extract
Vanilla
extract is another popular home remedy for treating toothache as it helps numb
the pain. Plus, the vanilla has a calming effect.
- Dip a cotton swab in vanilla extract and dab it on the affected
area.
- Do this a few times a day until you get relief.
Wheatgrass
Juice
Wheatgrass
has natural antibacterial properties that will help fight tooth decay and
relieve toothache. Extract the juice of wheatgrass and use it as a mouthwash.
It
will absorb toxins from the gums, reduce the growth of bacteria and keep the
infection under control. If you wish, you can simply chew on wheatgrass.
Ice
Cubes
Ice
can help alleviate tooth pain by numbing the nerve endings.
Pepper
and Salt
Salt
mixed with pepper can be of great use when a tooth becomes extremely sensitive
as both the ingredients have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and analgesic
properties.
- Mix equal amounts of pepper and common salt with a few drops of
water to form a paste.
- Apply the paste directly on the affected tooth and allow it to sit
for a few minutes.
- Do this daily for several days.
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