Toothache

Toothache can be a great burden for the person affected. Everyday tasks are more difficult and sleepless nights can drive you crazy. Usually the pain increases so that it is not noticed at the beginning and increases from time to time.

Often the reason is a spreading caries, a damaged periodontium, exposed tooth necks, a wisdom tooth in eruption or other inflammatory processes in the oral cavity. However, the problem does not always have to be localized in the mouth, so a cold and a common cold can make the teeth hurt. However, it is important to note that a painkiller, whether home-based or chemically produced, only temporarily eliminates the symptoms but does not treat the cause, so a visit to the doctor should not be avoided and an analgesic is not the solution.

Rules during the pain phase

Not only the above mentioned home remedies help to make the toothache more bearable, but also a few rules should be followed to support the effect and not to provoke the pain any further. Thus one should completely do without the consumption of tobacco and coffee. Also alcohol should not be consumed, since alcohol can also cause toothache.

Toothache for babies

Babies often suffer from toothache, especially when the first teeth break through in the oral cavity. Biting or chewing on a cooled spoon or chewing ring can be pleasant. Violet root for chewing is also possible. Sage and chamomile tea are not only helpful for adults, but also for babies. Applied to the affected area with a cotton swab, it should ease the pain for the little ones.

How can you prevent toothache?

Toothache is a sign of the body that something is wrong and needs to be treated. In order not to let this pain develop, one should pay attention to good oral hygiene so that bacteria are not allowed to spread. Thoroughly brush your teeth with a fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day and use dental floss, tongue scrapers and mouthwashes as a supplement.

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