Poor nutrition, a lack of oral hygiene, and infections are the main factors that lead to bacteria developing in the mouth and forming plaque on the teeth – which leads to pain. But have you ever heard of homemade toothache remedies?
In dentistry the toothache is known as dentinal pain. It is typically intense pain that lasts a few seconds and is caused by external stimuli, such as changes in temperature or eating foods and drinks with a high sugar content.
A toothache isn’t always a sign that you have a serious problem, however – it is sometimes a simple reaction in your teeth.
What can cause dental pain?
- Cavities
- A broken tooth
- A fissure
- Irritation after dental treatments
- Exposed root
- An abscess
- Inflammation of the gums
- Ulcers
- Swelling in the nostrils
Consequences
If you don’t treat your toothache, it’s possible that you will develop an infection that could have serious consequences if it were to spread to the face or the neck. If there is an infection present, you may have difficulty opening your mouth or even breathing, due to the inflammation.
People who have chronic disorders should be doubly careful because such infections could be fatal.
Types of pain
- Mucus: This is a superficial pain that affects the mucosa of the mouth. Pain will appear when something touches a lesion or wound on the mucus membrane.
- Oral: This is the most common type of pain. It’s caused when plaque builds up on the teeth. This is a deep physical pain that can be caused by acute or chronic pulpitis, as well as periodontitis.
- Periodontal: This is a very deep pain and there’s no particular age at which it appears. It is not usually an intense, acute pain, but rather chronic and oppressive. It is focused on a single area and the pain will increase if you apply pressure to the affected tooth.
3 Powerful Homemade Toothache Remedies
Below are some homemade toothache remedies that are easy and inexpensive to prepare:
1. Scented cloves
Cloves are considered to be natural painkillers. They contain antibacterial properties that attack the germs that are causing you pain.
Ingredients:
- cloves (30 g)
- 1 cup of water (125 ml)
Preparation:
- Bring the water to a boil.
- Add the cloves.
- Wait for the water to cool to a comfortable temperature.
How to use it:
- Soak a cotton ball in this liquid and apply it to the affected area.
Other uses:
- Place one or two cloves in the area where you feel discomfort.
- You can also use clove oil and dilute it with almond oil.
2. Fennel
The resin found in this spice not only decreases tooth pain – it also reduces bleeding of the gums.
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp. of fennel (10 g)
- juice from 1 lemon (50 ml)
- 1 cup of water (145 ml)
Preparation:
- Bring the water to a simmer.
- Add the lemon juice and fennel.
How to use it:
- Apply this liquid directly to the affected area.
3. Vanilla extract
Vanilla contains eugenol, a phenolic derivative that has been used in dentistry for centuries thanks to its antiseptic and analgesic properties. It also fights dental deterioration.
Ingredients:
- a few drops of vanilla extract
- piece of cotton
Preparation:
- Cut a piece of cotton and apply five drops of vanilla extract.
How to use it:
- Apply this to the affected tooth. You can repeat this process as many times as you need until the pain disappears.
Recommendations
- When you brush your teeth, use short circular motions for each individual tooth. Never brush horizontally and be sure to brush after every meal.
- It’s important to also brush your gums for at least one minute. Otherwise, you don’t remove the bacterial plaque.
- You need to keep your toothbrush in good condition. It’s best to change it every three months.
- It’s essential to use dental floss to remove any food between your teeth once a day, preferably before bedtime.
- Decrease your intake of sugar and sticky foods, such as gum and candy.
- Eat more foods that are rich in fiber.
- Avoid smoking cigarettes because they affect your gums and tooth enamel.
If you follow these recommendations and try the above mentioned homemade toothache remedies, and see no improvement after 72 hours, you should visit your doctor.
Via: SurvivalLife | Dr.StevenLin | WebMD
