Dealing with a toothache can be frightening.You just want to get relief fast, and you are worried about your tooth.Clove oil can be used to treat pain and kill germs.If your tooth ache lasts longer than 2 days, you should see your doctor.You may need more treatments.
Step 1: Clove oil can be used for tooth pain.
If you can, try to buy an organic product.Don't settle for a mix, only pure oil will provide the benefits you want.Make sure the product you pick contains only clove oil by checking the label and reading the ingredients.Clove oil can be purchased from a health food store or online.
Step 2: Clove oil can be applied to your tooth and gums.
It's possible to use clove oil on your tooth.Take a cotton swab and dip it in clove oil.You can apply it to the tooth and gum.If the tooth's nerve is exposed in your mouth, you should be extra careful.The oil doesn't taste good.It might take some getting used to.If you can, try to swallow as little oil as possible.
Step 3: You should rinse your mouth with salt water after 20 minutes.
The timer should be set for 20 minutes.Don't eat or drink if you have clove oil in your mouth.Try not to swallow the oil at the same time.After 20 minutes, rinse your mouth out with a solution of salt and warm water.The salt water taste can be removed with a warm water rinse.It is recommended to use the salt water every few hours to help with tooth pain.
Step 4: Before you use the compress, rinse your mouth out with salt water.
6 fluid ounces (180 mL) of warm water is how much salt you need to mix.Put it around your mouth.Take the salt water out of your sink and use the warm water to rinse it off.It will cleanse your mouth.The salt will help clean your mouth.After using the compress, rinse your mouth with the unused portion of your salt water.
Step 5: Put a small amount of olive oil into a bowl.
The olive oil will make the clove oil taste less strong.Since you won't be applying as much clove oil to your teeth, you'll be less likely to get irritation from it.Transfer the olive oil from the bottle to the bowl using a measuring spoon.If you have it, use extra virgin olive oil.
Step 6: Clove oil should be added to the bowl.
If your bottle doesn't have a top that allows you to measure out drops, use an eyedropper.Make sure you don't add too much clove oil to the olive oil.Use a spoon to stir the oils.
Step 7: There is a cotton ball in the oil mixture.
Let the cotton ball absorb the oils by dipping it into them.The cotton ball needs to get saturated in oils to effectively treat your tooth ache.Use a large cotton ball to apply oil to your teeth.
Step 8: Put the cotton ball over your tooth.
Check that the entire tooth is in contact with the cotton ball.Just hard enough to keep the cotton ball in place.Don't bite down so hard that it hurts.
Step 9: For 20 minutes, put the compress on your tooth.
Try to relax while the oils work, then set a timer for 20 minutes.You can rinse your mouth out with warm salt water after removing the cotton ball.You can rinse your mouth with warm water.
Step 10: Try fresh whole cloves.
Clove can also be used in its whole herbal form.If you have clove in your mouth, place it on the right side of the tooth.After a few minutes, bite down on the clove pieces and release the cloves oils.They should be left in the area for 20 minutes.You can rinse your mouth out with warm salt water.The cloves cause a sensation in your mouth.This is not unusual.You should get rid of the taste in 10 minutes.Whole cloves can be bought at most grocery stores.
Step 11: Ground cloves can be used.
You can use ground clove as well.Put the ground cloves into a bowl.Take 14 of the olive oil and mix it together.Apply the clove infused oil to the tooth and gum after dipping a cotton swab into the mixture.It should be left on the tooth for 20 minutes.Warm salt water can be used to rinse out your mouth.If you have a painful tooth, you can add a pinch of the ground clove to it.Your saliva will help your tooth.Most grocery stores have a baking section where you can buy cloves.
Step 12: Cloves can be used in a mouth rinse.
Water infused with Clove can help with tooth pain.The clove should be put in a pot of water.It should be on the stove for 15 minutes.Allow it to sit until it cools to the room temperature.Pour the infused water into the cup.You can rinse your mouth with it and then floss around your teeth.The rinse should be put into the sink.After you make it, you can use the remaining rinse.If you feel pain in your teeth, use it in a sealed bottle.It will make you feel refreshed in your mouth.If the taste is too strong, you can add some herbs.
Step 13: If your toothache lasts more than 2 days, you should see your dentist.
There is a chance that something is wrong with your tooth.You may have a broken tooth or a loose filling.If left unaddressed, these issues can lead to dental problems.Your dentist can diagnose and treat your condition.Let your dentist know that you are having a problem with your tooth.Clove oil can be used as a treatment, so tell your dentist when you get to your appointment that you have been using it.
Step 14: You should visit your dentist immediately if you have any signs of an illness.
It's possible that your tooth can become contaminated.Prompt treatment is important since the infection may spread or get worse.Your dentist can give you medication or perform a dental procedure if you need it.If you notice any of the following signs, you should call your dentist.
Step 15: You should get a physical exam and X-ray to find the cause of your pain.
Your doctor will take a look at your tooth and then use a dental tool to remove it.They will look for signs of tooth damage in the affected tooth.X-rays of your tooth are likely to be used to make a proper diagnosis.If you don't have an X-ray, your doctor may not do it.The X-ray will show them how to best treat your tooth.A dental X-ray is a painless procedure.
Step 16: Discuss your treatment options with your doctor.
After your doctor explains what is wrong with your tooth, they will tell you the best way to treat it.If you have a decayed tooth, your dentist will remove it and put in a filling.If an existing filling is loose, they will replace it.If your tooth is broken, they can put in a filling or crown.Before your crown can be seated, you may need a root canal.