Toothache HELP
anyone got a home remedy for toothache. i cant get an appointment for 3 days and my mouth is killing me. swallowed a few painkillers, but not really helping, actaully feel like i'm drunk.
Answer:Most pain medications do almost nothing for pain, they just make you feel "high" in an attempt to distract you from the pain.
It is not a home remedy, but going to walmart or any store with a pharmacy area, get "Red cross toothache medication" or anything with Eugenol(Clove Oil). Rather than just dabbing it on, for severe pain, soak the cotton ball that comes with it, and bite down on it for 30 seconds or more.
That is how I got through the pain when I needed a root canal.
Also, some emergency dental clinics will see you immediately. I got in the next morning with no appointment.
As someone mentioned below to take Antibiotics:
NEVER EVER EVER take leftover antibiotics. If you have any left over, something is wrong(you should always finish all your antibiotics even if you think the infection is gone). If you have any left over, GET RID OF THEM. Taking antibiotics like this can cause the bacteria to become resistant to them.
Dap whiskey around the sore tooth, helps numb the pain, keep taking painkillers, maybe if you go to a chemist they can give you something a bit stronger, worth a try.
buy some clove oil from the chemist rub that on it tastes foul but works
clove oil tastes horrible but works,and its cheap from chemists,just dont use too much or you'll know about it
go to chemist and ask for oil of clove it is brill, cheap and sorry but you wont feel drunk lol,
ring the dentist back and tell them its an emergency, i`m sure they have to see you if you are in pain. failing that go to your local a&e. thing is,if you have an abscess in there they wont treat you untill the infection has cleared so you might need anti-biotics first anyway so if all else fails it might help to see your doctor. KICK UP A FUSS!
ANBESOL, you can get it from the chemist and dab it round the gum area of the toothache. It helps and can be reapplied as and when you need it. It is also good for ulcers, sore gums etc. I swear by it.
Oh Dear,