While a toothache may seem like a small problem, it has a way of affecting everything else in your day. The constant throb of a chronic toothache is a reminder that there is something wrong with your tooth, and can be very distracting. While some remedies can help stop a chronic toothache on a short-term basis, the only way to get rid of your toothache once and for all is to make an appointment with your dentist. Until your appointment, soothe your aching tooth by keeping your teeth clean and numb.
Step 1
Use floss to gently keep your teeth clean. Food stuck between your teeth can exacerbate the problem, and may also be a root cause of your toothache. Floss gently, as your gums may be sore. Slowly push the floss through your teeth and move it back and forth before gently wiggling the floss back out. Using floss picks may give you better control for gentler flossing.
Step 2
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever to help stop your toothache for a few hours. Pain relievers work to calm the nerves in your mouth and relieve swelling. Follow all of the package dosing instructions and take the minimum amount of medication that you need to stop your toothache.
Step 3
Spread an analgesic ointment over the surface of your sore tooth and gums. Analgesic creams and ointments contain benzocaine which will temporarily numb the area to stop the toothache. Or try a natural approach and rub a small amount of clove oil onto the affected area. It's a natural analgesic that can help numb the area for temporary pain relief.
Things You'll Need
- Floss
- Pain reliever
- Analgesic ointment
