10 Remedies for Dental Pain Resolve within a Seconds:
- Saltwater Rinse:
- How to Use: Mix a teaspoon of salt in warm water, swish it around in your mouth for 30 seconds, then spit it out. Repeat several times a day.
- Cloves or Clove Oil:
- How to Use: Apply a small amount of clove oil directly to the affected tooth and gums using a cotton swab. Alternatively, chew on a whole clove or place it near the painful area.
- Ice Pack:
- How to Use: Wrap an ice pack or a bag of frozen peas in a cloth and apply it to the outside of your cheek near the painful tooth for 15-20 minutes at a time.
- Peppermint Tea Bag:
- How to Use: Steep a peppermint tea bag in hot water, allow it to cool slightly, then place it against the affected tooth for several minutes.
- Garlic:
- How to Use: Crush a garlic clove to release its juices, then apply the garlic paste directly to the affected tooth and gums. Leave it on for a few minutes before rinsing with warm water.
- Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers:
- How to Use: Follow the dosage instructions on the packaging of over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol) to alleviate dental pain.
- Warm Saltwater Gargle:
- How to Use: Mix a teaspoon of salt in warm water, gargle with the solution for 30 seconds, then spit it out. Repeat several times a day to help reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
- Vanilla Extract:
- How to Use: Dip a cotton swab or a piece of gauze in vanilla extract, then apply it directly to the affected tooth and gums. Repeat as needed for pain relief.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Rinse:
- How to Use: Dilute hydrogen peroxide with water (equal parts), swish it around in your mouth for 30 seconds, then spit it out. Use caution and avoid swallowing.
- Warm Compress:
- How to Use: Soak a washcloth in warm water, wring out the excess moisture, then hold it against the outside of your cheek near the painful tooth for 15-20 minutes at a time.
One of the best herbs for dental pain relief is cloves, or more specifically, clove oil. Cloves contain eugenol, a natural compound with analgesic (pain-relieving) and anti-inflammatory properties. Here’s how to use clove oil for dental pain relief:
How to Use:
- Dip a cotton swab into clove oil to saturate it.
- Gently apply the clove oil directly to the affected tooth and gums.
- Allow the clove oil to sit for several minutes, allowing the eugenol to numb the pain and reduce inflammation.
- Repeat the application as needed for pain relief.
Alternatively, you can chew on a whole clove or place it near the painful area to release its natural oils. However, clove oil is more concentrated and provides faster relief.
