Toothache can be caused by cavities, a broken tooth, or the birth of a wisdom tooth, so it’s very important to see a dentist face toothache to identify the cause and start treatment that may include only teeth cleaning or, in other cases, extraction or ductal treatment.
However, while waiting to go to the dentist, try these 4 tips to reduce toothache, including:
- Ice helps reduce swelling and inflammation.
- Relieving pain.
- The ice should be placed on the sore tooth or next to the cheek.
- But protected with a cloth so that it does not burn.
- At intervals of 15 minutes.
- At least 3 or 4 times a day.
Nail oil has an analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic action, helping to relieve pain and inflammation, as well as prevent infections. Simply place 2 drops of oil directly on the tooth or on a piece of cotton or cotton swab. Read more: Nail oil for toothache.
Macela tea with propolis has anesthetic and antiseptic action, helping to reduce toothache and cleanse the area. To make mouthwashes add 5 g of apple leaves in 1 cup of boiling water, let stand for about 10 minutes, filter and add 5 drops of propolis while it is still hot. Then you need to rinse with this tea twice a day.
Cold soup, smoothie, sugar-free jelly, fruit smoothie or natural yogurt are just a few options. Cold, liquid foods, because they don’t involve chewing or high temperatures, help relieve pain or not make it worse.
In addition to these tips and if the pain is very severe, you can take some pain reliever and anti-inflammatory drugs such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen or aspirin, however, although the pain improves with medication, it is important to consult your dentist.
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