WikiRemedy

Toothache

10 remedies · 0 attempts

Toothache is pain in or around a tooth. It can be caused by tooth decay, infection, gum disease, trauma, grinding, exposed roots or tooth sensitivity. Persistent toothache usually needs dental assessment.

Filter by tradition:

WikiRemedy surfaces community experience, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional.

Paracetamol

Pharma

Research

Moderate

Community

Be the first to rate

Paracetamol may help reduce toothache pain.

⏱ Hours·💪 Low effort

Avoiding Sugary Foods

Dietary

Research

Limited

Community

Be the first to rate

Reducing sugary foods and drinks may reduce further decay risk.

⏱ Weeks to months·💪 Medium effort

Fluoride Toothpaste

Topical

Research

Moderate

Community

Be the first to rate

Fluoride toothpaste strengthens enamel and helps reduce sensitivity from exposed dentine.

⏱ Weeks·💪 Low effort

Cold Compress

Lifestyle

Research

Limited

Community

Be the first to rate

A cold compress may help reduce itching, swelling and irritation, especially when conjunctivitis is allergy related.

⏱ Minutes·💪 Low effort

Antibiotics

Pharma

Research

Moderate

Community

Be the first to rate

Bacterial prostatitis may require antibiotic treatment.

⏱ Days·💪 Medium effort

Mouth Guard

Alternative

Research

Limited

Community

Be the first to rate

A mouth guard may help if toothache is linked to grinding or clenching.

⏱ Days to weeks·💪 Medium effort

Saltwater Rinse

Natural

Research

Limited

Community

Be the first to rate

Warm saltwater rinses may soothe irritated gums.

⏱ Days·💪 Low effort

Clove Oil

Natural

Research

Limited

Community

Be the first to rate

Clove oil is traditionally used for temporary tooth pain relief.

⏱ Minutes to hours·💪 Low effort

Dental Assessment

Therapy

Research

Moderate

Community

Be the first to rate

A dental assessment can identify tooth wear, bite issues and jaw problems linked with grinding.

⏱ Immediate to days·💪 Medium effort

Ibuprofen

Pharma

Research

Moderate

Community

Be the first to rate

Ibuprofen for fever reduction with additional anti-inflammatory benefit. Alternative to paracetamol.

⏱ Hours·💪 Low effort

Know a remedy that's not listed?

Help the community by suggesting one.

Suggest a remedy

WikiRemedy surfaces community experience, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional.