Overview
Toothache is a common condition characterized by pain or discomfort in the teeth, often caused by decay, infection, or injury. It can be a debilitating experience that affects daily life.
Remedies often used
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Painful fullness on the right side of the body
Difficulty remembering names and mental confusion Facial flushing and rush of blood to the face Sneezing worse from drinking water
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Toothache temporarily relieved by holding cold or ice water in the mouth
Throbbing, shooting toothache Sensitivity to cold, which temporarily relieves the pain Increased excess saliva
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Toothache aggravated by cold and relieved by walking
Toothache during pregnancy Pain aggravated by cold Pain relieved by walking around
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Thirstlessness and profuse perspiration
Thirstlessness Profuse perspiration Pain relieved by holding cold water in the mouth or walking in open air
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Show 29 more remedies Phosphorus Toothache that feels worse from putting hands in water Kreosotum Premature decay of milk teeth, becoming yellow, dark, and then decaying Allium cepa Pain better from cold air or cold washing Belladonna Throbbing toothache Natrium muriaticum Teeth feel very sensitive, with pain on drawing air or pressure Magnatis Polus Arc Pain in teeth and lower left jaw with swelling, heat and redness of one cheek
Sepia officinalis Toothache worse at night and when lying down Antimonium crudum Gnawing pain in carious teeth after eating Natrium carbonicum Pain in teeth from sweets or sweet fruits Bismuth Toothache relieved by holding cold water in mouth
China officinalis Painful dentition in children Clematis erecta Toothache in decayed molar, relieved by cold water Mercurius solubilis Pulsating toothache worse at night or in damp weather Agnus castus Toothache from hot food or drinks Hyoscyamus niger Throbbing toothache with a cold sensation in teeth and mouth Chamomilla Toothache worse with warm food or drink Staphisagria Crumbling, dark, and very sensitive teeth Calcarea fluorica Toothache when any food touches the teeth Plantago major Sharp pain radiating between teeth and ears Coccinella septempunctata Throbbing toothache with cold sensation in teeth and mouth Magnesium carbonicum Toothache on the left side of the face with sound teeth Natrium sulphuricum Toothache worse from warmth, better from cold Carbo vegetabilis Bleeding, spongy gums Raphanus sativus Very painful dentition; child will not sleep Rhododendron chrysanthum Toothache before or during a thunderstorm Arnica montana Bleeding and pain after dental work Spigelia anthelmia Tearing pains in carious teeth extending to the molar bone Alumen Rapid decay of teeth with spongy, bleeding gums Agaricus muscarius Violent throbbing and lancinating pains in the forehead
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See a doctor if
Severe, persistent pain that does not respond to self-care measures Swelling or redness that spreads to the face or neck Difficulty opening the mouth or swallowing
Everyday tips
Avoid chewing on the affected side of the mouth Apply a cold compress to the affected area to reduce swelling and pain Gently rinse the mouth with warm salt water to help reduce inflammation Take over-the-counter pain medication as directed to alleviate discomfort
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