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Clove oil
The eugenol in clove oil has the power of numbing pain, similarly to what over-the-counter painkillers do. To be able to use it, mix several drops of the oil with coconut oil and then soak a cotton ball into the mixture and apply it gently onto the painful area. When the area feels numb, remove the cotton ball and rinse the mouth with water gently.
Ginger and cayenne
This combination will help you alleviate the pain and discomfort and it will also remove bad bacteria causing the toothache. Mix a bit of cayenne powder with ginger powder and water to get a paste-like texture. Apply it with a clean finger onto the painful tooth and leave it like that to dissolve and for the area to become numb. Rinse the mouth with water if needed.
Ice
Did you know that toothaches can be relieved by pressing some ice on the cheek against the painful area? This will also minimize the swelling and inflammation. Before putting the ice, wrap it in a fabric or a towel and hold it for 20 minutes or before the ice begins to melt.
Chewing gum
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