Preeti Singh Preeti Singh Asked 7 months ago

Can apple cider vinegar help tooth pain?

I've been having really bad tooth pain for a couple of days now. My grandmother told me to try rinsing with diluted apple cider vinegar. Can apple cider vinegar actually help with tooth pain?

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Manpreet Singh Manpreet Singh Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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I manage my blood sugar very strictly, and dental health is extremely important for us diabetics because infections can spread fast. ACV is highly acidic and can erode your tooth enamel, which makes things worse. Please skip these home remedies and book a proper dentist appointment.

Gopalakrishnan Nair Gopalakrishnan Nair Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For toothache, we traditional folks always suggest pressing a single clove (laung) near the aching tooth, or doing warm salt water gargles. Vinegar is very sour and might irritate the gums more. Use simple salt water gargles for temporary relief, but definitely visit a dentist if the pain stays.

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Sanjay Verma Sanjay Verma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Instead of buying expensive apple cider vinegar for a toothache, just use salt and warm water. It is the cheapest and most effective way to clean the area and reduce swelling. Save that money for the dentist's fee, because if there is a cavity, only a filling will solve it.

Megha Kulkarni Megha Kulkarni Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Oh god, please be very careful, tooth pain can sometimes mean a deep infection or nerve issue. I always worry that trying sour things like vinegar might reach the root and cause unbearable pain. It is safer to just take a mild painkiller suggested by your pharmacist and get it checked immediately.

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Deepa Kumari Deepa Kumari Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Tooth pain is really hard to bear, I hope you find relief soon. It is safer to do simple warm salt water rinses for now. Please do see a dentist soon to check what is causing the pain.

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