The pain which occurs around the teeth and jaws can be called as toothache. If the pain persists for more than 2 days, it is best to seek advice from the dentist. Until then, the simple home remedies available at home may provide temporary relief from the discomfort.

Home Remedies

1. Chewing clove buds





This is the most common and effective home remedy for toothache which is followed from time unknown. Chewing the clove bud during the time of toothache helps to relieve the condition. The clove bud can be kept in between the site of pain toothache which gives the fast result to pain relief.

2. Clove oil pulling





Clove oil or 3 pinches of Clove powder mixed with coconut oil should be used for Oil pulling. Focus on swishing the oil in the area of pain to prevent the numbing in the whole mouth.

Clove contains Eugenol which acts as a natural anesthetic. It helps in numbing and reducing the pain to ease a toothache. Eugenol also holds good in anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to reduce swelling and irritation in the affected area.

3. Salt water Rinsing





Rinsing the mouth with warm salt water is a preventive and very helpful remedy in solving toothache. This should be continued thrice daily. This remedy is helpful in reducing pain and inflammation.

4. Garlic paste application





Garlic has been known as a medicine to humanity since for thousands of years. In the condition of tooth ache create a paste of garlic with a pinch of salt and apply in the site of pain. Alternatively, chewing fresh garlic can also be opted. It not only kills harmful bacteria that cause dental plaque but also is an excellent pain reliever.



5. Cinnamon powder with honey





Cinnamon powder, when combined honey produces a soothing effect. This can be applied to the site of pain or infection. It instantly relieves pain. Both honey and cinnamon possess anti-bacterial properties that work wonders for oral health.