Friday 16 August 2013

Treat Your Toothaches

Tooth pain can be one of the most debilitating and horrible pains you will ever have, when you have a pain in the mouth, you really do not want to eat let alone talk, all you want is the pain to just be gone. One funny thing about toothaches is that they always seem to happen on a weekend or a holiday when the dentist offices are closed. Tooth pain is usually caused by a breakdown in tooth enamel, which then creates a cavities and causes the tooth to begin decaying, thus causing the nerve endings to react which results in the toothache. Tooth pain can also be caused by a loose tooth brought on by gum disease gingivitis.



If you have toothache, it is better to seek immediate advice from a dentist before the problem becomes worse. But in case you are not able to make it to the dentist, you can also try some natural remedies to get some relief from the pain.  These natural cures need easily available ingredients and are also safe.

Home Remedies Of Toothaches

Guava Leaves


Fresh guava leaves can also alleviate toothache. During toothache simply chew one or two tender guava leaves until the juice of the leaves start working on the affected tooth. Another remedy is to put four to five guava leaves in a glass of water and boil it properly. Once this solution becomes warm add some salt and use it as a mouthwash. If guava leaves are not available you can also use raw spinach leaves as it will also provide a similar result.

Cloves


No home remedy for toothache can be better than clove. Clove has got anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial antioxidant and anesthetic properties that help in alleviating toothache to a great extent. At the first sign of toothache, dab some clove oil with the help of a cotton ball directly on the infected tooth to get some relief. You can even mix a few drops of clove oil in half a glass of water and use this solution to rinse your mouth. Else you can even grind some whole cloves and mix them with a few drops of cooking oil before applying it on the infected tooth.

Onion


Onion has got antiseptic and antimicrobial properties due to which it can be used to control toothache to a huge extent. At the first sign of toothache, take one raw onion and start chewing it for a few minutes to get relief from the pain. If you are not able to chew it, place a piece of raw onion directly on the bad tooth or gum. This will help in killing the germs inside the mouth causing infection.


Asafetida

Dental problems such as toothache and bleeding gums can be easily cured at home with the use of asafetida. Simple add a pinch of powdered asafetida to lemon juice and then slightly warm it. Now with the help of a cotton pad apply this solution on the affected area. This will give you quick relief from the pain. Alternatively, asafetida fried in clarified butter can also be applied in the tooth cavity for instant relief.

Warm Salt Water

One effective way to treat toothache is to use warm salt water. Mix half a spoon of common salt to a glass of very warm water and use this solution as a mouthwash to rinse your mouth thoroughly. When this solution touches the infected tooth it will extract fluid from the tissue and reduce the swelling on the nerves. This mouthwash will also take care of the bacteria that cause infection.


Ice Cube

Take one small ice cube and put it in a plastic bag and then wrap it in a thin cotton cloth. Now apply this cloth on the cheek over the aching tooth for about a few minutes to numb the nerves. When ice is placed directly on an affected tooth it can also ease the pain. You can also rub an ice cube in the area between the index finger and the thumb for a few minutes. It is a kind of acupressure technique that can ease toothache.

Peppermint Tea

Peppermint tea has a nice flavour and some numbing power. Put 1 teaspoon dried peppermint leaves in 1 cup boiling water and steep for 20 minutes. After the tea cools, swish it around in your mouth, then spit it out or swallow. Repeat as often as needed.

Wheatgrass Juice


Wheatgrass has got natural antibacterial properties that work very effectively during a toothache. Use of wheatgrass will stop the pain and at the same will also deal with tooth decay problem. Extract the juice of wheatgrass and use it as a mouthwash. It will extract the toxins from the gums and reduce the growth of bacteria and keep the infection under control. If you wish you can even chew on wheatgrass for positive results.

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