Toothache

Toothache can be a sign of tooth decay. Only a Dental doctor can find the real cause of the pain. But let's try out some ways at home to control the pain.       

•  Gargle with warm water or warm water mixed with salt, each time after food or after brushing every night.

•  Apply a little alcohol or clove oil or nutmeg oil to the effected tooth or area.

•  When there is pain, take a piece of ice and press it against the skin between your thumb and forefinger.

•  If you have severe pain, keep a piece of ice inside the mouth between the tooth and the cheeks for 15 minutes. Repeat four times a day.

•  Have lots of milk and leafy vegetables and calcium. Avoid  sweet, sour and cold things which causes tooth decay.

•  When you have pain , never apply heat on your cheeks. If you are having an infection of the tooth applying heat will aggravate it.   More Tips

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