How to Use Cloves as Home Remedy for a Toothache

Many people long to find natural remedies for everyday ailments, rather than forcing harsh chemicals from over-the-counter medications into their body. One ailment that can be quite disruptive is a toothache. The pain can take over every aspect of your daily routine until you can receive dental treatment to resolve your problem. If you can't get to a dentist right away and don't want to consume pain relievers, you can use whole cloves as a natural toothache remedy. The June 2007 issue of "Phytotherapy Research" reports that clove oil is effective as a topical anesthetic and anti-inflammatory.

Things You'll Need

• Two fresh, whole cloves

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Instructions

• 1

  Purchase some fresh, whole cloves from your supermarket or health food store. If you have whole cloves in your cupboard, you can use those. However, if they are old they may not be as effective.

• 2

  Chew lightly on two cloves, just enough to crack them a bit. This allows the oil to escape.

• 3

  Place the cloves between your sore tooth and your cheek.

• 4

  Leave the cloves in your mouth for at least 30 minutes or until the pain subsides. This treatment can be used for relief repeatedly, until you receive proper medical attention.