Fatima Khan Fatima Khan Asked 5 months ago

Can brushing teeth stop tooth pain?

Since yesterday, I have a dull ache in one of my molars, especially when I eat sweets. I've tried brushing thoroughly multiple times, thinking it might dislodge something and relieve the pain. Can brushing teeth stop tooth pain effectively?

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Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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Beta, brushing won't stop the pain if there is an infection inside. I have tried clove oil, warm salt water rinses, and everything else when my teeth hurt, but those only give temporary relief. If it is paining badly, you must go to a dentist.

Harkishan Singh Harkishan Singh Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Take it from my experience of seventy years, brushing over an aching tooth only makes things worse by rubbing the sensitive nerves. The pain means something is wrong deep inside the tooth. Get a proper checkup done before it increases.

Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

I panicked so much when my molar started aching and I brushed vigorously thinking some food was stuck causing it. It turned out to be a minor sensitivity issue that the dentist fixed with a simple paste. Don't worry, just get it checked and you will be fine.

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Arun Venkat Arun Venkat Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Don't blindly trust any random internet advice saying brushing or home remedies will cure tooth pain. Tooth pain usually points to an underlying issue like a cavity or infection. Go to a certified dentist and get a proper diagnosis.

Priyanka Bajaj Priyanka Bajaj Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Oh god, tooth pain is the worst, especially when you are eyeing some delicious hot parathas but can't eat! Brushing won't really stop the pain, it might actually make it hurt more if you scrub too hard. Please get it checked so you can eat normally again soon!

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Deepak Joshi Deepak Joshi Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Agreed, brushing might even irritate a painful tooth more. Better to do a mild warm salt water rinse for temporary relief and see a dentist.

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