9 All-Natural Toothache Remedies

Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article.

Homesteaders are a hardy lot, but there is one thing that can bring even the most stoic of us to our knees: a toothache. Caused by anything from sinus conditions to loose fillings, a toothache is almost always a sign that a visit to the dentist is in order.

However, if you aren’t in mind-bending pain, it probably isn’t an emergency. While you wait to get in to see a dentist, here are a handful of time-honored remedies to help you find some relief.

Pressure Relief

Toothache pain tends to peak in the hours when you are trying to sleep – thanks to increased blood pressure in your head. The most basic approach to pain relief is to elevate your head to decrease the pressure a bit by adding pillows or, worst-case scenario, sleeping in a recliner.

Cloves

The old-timers’ toothache standby is always at the top of the list for a reason: it works. Cloves contain eugenol, a natural anesthetic. You can use clove oil, but be careful not to get it on your gums or tongue, as it can cause irritation.

The best method of applying clove oil is to put a few drops onto a cotton ball and then position it against the tooth until you feel relief. If you don’t have any clove oil on hand, you can always use a powdered clove or a whole clove places against the tooth and chewed lightly to release the oils.

Cayenne-Ginger Paste

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