Dental nerve pain can be caused by various reasons, such as infection, injury, tooth decay, gum disease, loose fillings, and temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ). Tooth pain can also be caused by various problems with the ears, sinuses, or facial muscles, and can sometimes be a symptom of a heart attack. If you experience symptoms of tooth pain, it's a good idea to learn how to stop it to relieve discomfort.
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Method 1 of 3: Medically Treating Tooth Pain
Step 1. Take commercial drugs
When suffering from tooth nerve pain, you should try to eat commercial drugs. You can try aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and naproxen.
Make sure you follow the dosing instructions and instructions on the drug package label
Step 2. Pay attention to the danger signs that accompany tooth pain
Dental nerve pain is usually accompanied by inflammation around the base of the tooth in the pulp of the tooth. While this inflammation can be treated, there are some dangerous symptoms that may indicate that you should see a professional. Some of them:
- The onset or worsening of pain.
- Sensitivity to temperature that lasts longer than 15 seconds after the hot or cold source has been removed.
- Bleeding or discharge around the teeth or gums.
- Swelling around the teeth or swelling of the jaw and cheeks.
- Fever
- Injury or trauma to the area, especially if the tooth is broken or loosened
Step 3. See a dentist
You can use many home remedies for dental nerve pain. However, if the results do not appear after 1-2 days, go to the dentist's office. It is possible that you have a severe condition and require medical treatment.
If you experience symptoms of pain, bad breath, difficulty swallowing, swelling of your jaw, gums, or mouth, call your dentist immediately because you may need emergency treatment
Step 4. Get a dental check-up
When you see a dentist, he will do an examination. First, the doctor will perform a thorough examination and possibly an X-ray scan to look for new cavities, cracked or broken enamel, or broken teeth. The doctor will also check for old fillings and remove any loose or damaged ones.
- The dentist will also examine the gums for signs of inflammation, bleeding, or the need for a deep cleaning. He will also check for abscesses, impacted wisdom teeth, and symptoms of bruxism, which is grinding of teeth which is usually done while sleeping. If the problem is not caused by any of the above conditions, the dentist will examine the sinuses and TMJ.
- If you have a cracked, broken, or buried tooth, bonding or extraction of the tooth may be necessary if the tooth cannot be saved. If your tooth pain is caused by an abscess, you will need to get a root canal, after the dentist has removed the infection through a small incision in the gum and you have been treated with antibiotics.
- A hole will be drilled in the root canal to the tooth and the infection physically removed. The area inside the tooth is then cleaned and the tooth is repaired using fillings.
Step 5. Treat gum disease
Gum disease can be a cause of tooth pain. It is important to treat dental disease early. Gum disease can lead to more serious chronic or dental disease, and even more common problems. It is important to treat gum disease as soon as possible.
- Through deep cleaning, which is often the first step in treating gum disease, the area under the gums is cleaned using a special tool to remove bacteria and plaque, as well as hard parts of calculus and necrotic cement, which are the main causes of gum swelling.
- You will also be trained on how to brush and floss your teeth properly, and be guided in the use of remineralization solutions.
Step 6. Treat TMJ
The TMJ can also cause tooth pain. If this is the cause of your dental problems, there are several treatments you can try:
- Take anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen.
- Sometimes, you are prescribed antidepressants and/or muscle relaxants to treat the TMJ. This method is often a short-term solution for TMJ.
- A mouth guard can be used to treat the TMJ, especially if you grind your teeth often.
- Physical therapy can be done to relax the masseter muscle (the muscle that extends from the temporal bone to the lower jaw).
- Reducing stress levels through various relaxation techniques taught in counseling sessions.
- Surgery may be needed in cases of severe tooth pain due to the TMJ.
- TMJ TENS targets muscle relaxation after electrical stimulation of major muscles causing friction problems.
- Botox injections can help, as long as they are given by a qualified specialist.
Method 2 of 3: Treating Tooth Pain Naturally
Step 1. Apply an ice pack
One way to relieve tooth nerve pain is to put ice cubes or crushed ice on the teeth. This method can be used as long as the teeth are not sensitive to cold. Otherwise, you can crush the ice and put it in a balloon or finger piece of a non-latex glove to make an ice pack.
- Be sure to tie one end of the balloon or glove and place the compress against the tooth.
- You can also apply an ice pack to the skin on the outside of the aching tooth to relieve pain.
Step 2. Use garlic, onion, or ginger
These three ingredients are proven to be able to relieve tooth pain. Start by chopping the garlic, red, or ginger. Apply it directly to the aching tooth in the mouth. Bite gently to extract the juice.
Garlic, onion, or ginger juice will help numb and soothe the gums
Step 3. Massage the gums with essential oils
You can massage the gums with oil to help relieve tooth pain. Try a few drops of warm olive oil or warm vanilla extract. You can also use essential oils that help relieve tooth pain. Drop the oil onto your finger, and massage it into your gums. You can also make a mouthwash with a few drops of essential oil and a cup of water. Never ingest this essential oil as it is toxic. Essential oils that can relieve tooth pain include:
- Tea tree (tea tree)
- Clover
- Sage
- Cinnamon
- Goldenseal Oil
- Peppermint
Step 4. Make a tea compress
Tea compresses can help relieve tooth nerve pain. To make a tea bag compress, soak the tea bag in warm water. Wait a moment, then place the tea bag on your teeth for five minutes. Do it 2-3 times when you feel pain. Teas that have been shown to be efficacious in relieving tooth pain include:
- Echinacea Tea
- Goldenseal Tea
- Black Tea
- Sage Tea
- Green tea
Step 5. Try using asafetida paste
Asafetida is a plant that is used as an ingredient in traditional medicine. To make asafetida paste, mix teaspoon of the powder with fresh lemon juice until you get the consistency of a paste. After all the ingredients are mixed evenly, rub the paste on the sore teeth and gums. Leave it for five minutes.
- Rinse mouth with water afterward.
- You can do it 2-3 times a day.
Method 3 of 3: Using Mouthwash to Relieve Tooth Pain
Step 1. Use a sea salt mouthwash
Sea salt is great for relieving tooth pain, and you can make a mouthwash out of it. The trick, dissolve teaspoon of sea salt with 120 ml of warm water. Use this solution to rinse the sore tooth for 30-60 seconds. Spit it out and repeat 2-3 times.
- You can also add an antibacterial agent for added pain-relieving properties. Mix salt water, propolis, and mouthwash in a balanced ratio (1:1:1).
- Rinse mouth with cold water afterward. Make sure the mouthwash is not swallowed.
- You can apply this method 3-4 times a day.
Step 2. Make a mouthwash from apple cider vinegar
Cider apple cider vinegar has antiseptic properties that can relieve tooth pain. To make an apple cider vinegar mouthwash, mix cup of warm water and cup of cider vinegar. Hold this solution on the teeth in your mouth for 30-60 seconds. Spit it out, and repeat 2-3 times. Do not swallow this solution.
- Rinse with warm water afterward.
- You can use this mouthwash 3-4 times a day.
Step 3. Try hydrogen peroxide
Rinse mouth with a 3% hydrogen peroxide solution. Gargle in your mouth for 30-60 seconds then spit it out. This liquid should not be swallowed.
