Soothe your toothache naturally
Identify the root of your tooth ache and treat it from there.
There is nothing worse than having to go on with your daily life with a toothache weighing you down. Your once bubbly personality is darkened and you just want to crawl in a hole.
There are natural ways to soothe the pain while you wait for your dentist appointment. According to Health line.com you first have to identify the root of your tooth ache and treat it from there.
Remedies that should work are:
Garlic: crush a garlic clove to create a paste and apply it to the affected area. You may wish to add a tiny bit of salt. Alternatively, you can slowly chew a clove of fresh garlic. Not only can it kill harmful bacteria that cause dental plaque, but it can also act as a pain reliever.
Salt water rinse: Treating a toothache with salt water can also help reduce inflammation and heal any oral wounds.To use this approach, mix 1/2 teaspoon (tsp) of salt into a glass of warm water and use it as a mouthwash.
Clove: has been used to treat toothaches throughout history, because the oil can effectively numb pain and reduce inflammation. It contains eugenol, which is a natural antiseptic.
To use this approach, dab a small amount of clove oil onto a cotton ball and apply it to the affected area.
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