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Toothache Home Remedy

Find home remedies for toothaches, using natural cures and herbal products.

Jawairia Zafar, OCT
2–3 minutes
Toothache Home Remedy

Signs and Symptoms of a Toothache

Toothaches are characterized by deep and sharp throbbing sensations in a tooth, as well as extreme tooth sensitivity. Practising a daily routing of brushing and flossing, as well as regularly visiting the dentist (at least twice a year) are effective ways to prevent such toothaches. However, if pain does occur, you can try some of the home remedies below to get some relief. You should also always see your dentist when a toothache occurs, even if the pain goes away, since there is always the risk of losing a tooth if the infection penetrates deep into the root.

Causes of a Toothache

Most toothaches are due to a build up of bacteria and decay in the mouth, which eventually penetrate the tooth’s tissue (also called the pulp, which is located at the center of the tooth). This results in inflammation, which leads to pressure and pain. Other common causes of toothaches are gum disease, restorative dental work, and tooth fractures.

Home Remedies and Natural Treatments for Toothache

Oil of Cloves

The oil of cloves (also known as Eugenol) is a fantastic pain reliever for toothaches, particular those that are due to temperature sensitivity. Simply add a few drops of clove oil directly onto the tooth, cavity, or crack for some fast relief. Eugenol is often available over the counter in most drug stores.

Warm Salt Water

Swishing warm salt water can help to reduce toothache pain. Simply mix 2-3 teaspoons of salt into a warm glass of water and use it as a mouthwash. The salt will help clean the area around the infected tooth, and will help draw out some of the fluids that are causing the swelling and pain.

Tea Tree Oil

A simple mouthwash using Tea Tree Oil can help provide toothache relief. Simply add a few drops of tea tree oil to a glass of water and use it as a mouth rinse, and be careful not to swallow. The tea tree oil will penetrate into the gums and de-sensitize the nerves of the tooth that is causing the ache.

Cinnamon and Honey

A simple paste made with cinnamon and honey can help provide toothache relief. Mix one teaspoon of cinnamon powder with 5 teaspoons of honey, then apply a small amount of this paste directly onto the aching tooth. Store the remainder in a small container at room temperature. Continue to apply a small amount to the aching tooth 2 or 3 times per day until the pain is relieved.

Black Seed Oil

Black Seed Oil has been found to be very effective at treating toothaches. To alleviate the soreness and pain, simply rub a small amount of the oil on the affected gum and tooth, and repeat for 15 seconds. You can also mix a half teaspoon of Black Seed Oil in a small glass of warm water, and gargle with it.

Green Tea

The active ingredients in Green Tea can help treat infections and reduce inflammation. Therefore, a simple remedy for toothaches is to drink two cups of Green Tea daily while symptoms are present.

References

Gupta C, Kumari A, Garg AP, Catanzaro R, Marotta F. “Comparative study of cinnamon oil and clove oil on some oral microbiota“. Dec 2011; 82(3):197-9.

Medical disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Talk to your doctor before trying a new remedy, especially if you’re pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a health condition.

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  1. Jordan

    Best advice concerning dental problems.

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  2. Home Remedies Web

    @ Linda, Cinnamon and Cloves both have antibacterial activity. You can mix cinnamon or clove in honey for toothache relief. However, according to a study Cinnamon oil was found to be more effective than clove oil. Cinnamon appeared to have a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity inhibiting all the ten test bacterial species involved in dental decay. To learn more about the Cinnamon vs. Cloves study, follow the link below.
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22783715
    Hope it helps.

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  3. Linda

    I was always told that Cloves & Honey for a tooth ache, but you are saying cinnamon with honey – cloves aren’t listed? I was taught cinnamon & Honey is good for a cough. Clarify please.

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  4. Choymae Huie

    I was diagnosed with H. Pylori and was looking for some holistic ways of getting rid of it. One of the remedies was mixing 2 grams of black seeds with 4 grams of honey. At the same time, I had a severe toothache. I was so afraid of putting the honey and black seed mixture in my mouth fearing it would really hurt to put something sweet like honey and hard like black seed into my mouth with cavities in my teeth. But I really wanted to get rid of the H. Pylori, so I put the mix into my mouth, and to my total surprise, it didn’t hurt, in fact it felt better. Then I remembered that honey was used as a remedy for toothaches, so I looked on the Internet to see what would come up for toothaches and this site came up. I find that not only honey but black seeds and also cinnamon which I also used to alleviate H. Pylori is good for toothaches. Amazing!

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