Easy to Use Home Remedies for Toothache Toothache is one of the most irritating and embarrassing situations of all. You can’t eat anything, you can’t chew and your hand doesn’t leave your cheek. It seems as if someone’s just slapped you! Toothache or pain in the teeth can occur due to various reasons such as: • Decaying teeth • A damaged filling • Infection in the gums • Fractured tooth • Inflammation around the teeth • Repetitive Chewing Most people experience a shooting pain in the affected tooth or teeth, often accompanied by fever and pain in the ears. The worst of all is that it means you have to visit a dentist. Most people get scared by the idea of visiting a dental clinic and avoid doing so. Dentists have so many peculiar looking tools …show more content…
Ice Pack – The easiest way to numb the pain is by using an ice pack. Just wrap an ice cube in a thin piece of cloth and press it on the aching tooth for 10-15 minutes. You can also press the ice pack over your cheek. It helps to provide a lot of relief from pain. 8. Oil of oregano – Oregano is mostly known for its aromatic flavor that makes your pasta sumptuous but the oil of oregano is often used as a natural healing tool. It contains antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties. Just mix a few drops of oil of oregano with a few drops of olive oil or lukewarm water. Mix it well and use a cotton ball to apply this mixture to the affected area. 9. Wheatgrass Juice – Wheatgrass juice has several health benefits. It is a natural anti-bacterial and can be used as a mouthwash to get rid of toothache. You can also chew a few wheatgrass leaves. They help to decrease the growth of bacteria, absorb all the toxins from the gums and keep all kinds of tooth infections under control. 10. Baking Soda – It might seem surprising to many people but baking soda can help to get relief from toothache apart from making your cakes fluffy! Just take a cotton ball and dampen it with a few drops of water. Now dip it in baking soda and apply it on the affected