How to Ease Tooth & Gum Pain

Tooth and gum pain can become quite a hassle. Pain in your gums or teeth can at times mean problems such as gum disease or cavities. Before going to the dentist, there are a few home remedies you can try without spending too much time or money. Most of these solutions can be fast and effective, and sometimes you might already have them at home.

Things You'll Need

• Cold pack/ ice cube
• Whole cloves
• Olive oil

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Instructions

Easing the Pain

• 1

  Place a cold pack against the outside of your jaw. This will help keep down swelling as well as quickly numb the pain. To use a more direct approach, use an ice cube and place it on your aching teeth.

• 2

  Smash up 2 tbsp. of whole cloves and mix with 1 tbsp. of olive oil. Place the paste on your painful tooth and gums. The paste should help eliminate the pain almost immediately, but it is only a temporary solution.

• 3

  Massage your earlobe or hand (between the thumb and forefinger) gently. If your toothache is on the right side, take two fingers and rub the earlobe (or hand) on your right side and vice versa.