Manoj Gupta Manoj Gupta Asked 7 months ago

Can you take naproxen for tooth pain?

My tooth has been throbbing badly since last night, and I can't get to the dentist until tomorrow. I have some Naproxen at home. I was wondering if Naproxen is a good option for relieving severe tooth pain, or if something else is better temporarily.

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Varun Grover Varun Grover Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago
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Tooth pain can make you want to pull your own teeth out, I swear! Naproxen works for swelling, but don't just keep popping them like candy. See a dentist before your face swells up like a balloon!

Megha Bisht Megha Bisht Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I had a bad wisdom tooth pain last month and used naproxen for the inflammation. It definitely helps with the throbbing, but it's only a temporary fix. Make sure to book a dentist appointment because you might need a filling or clean up.

Rajesh Gupta Rajesh Gupta Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

Naproxen is quite cheap and helps with toothache, but if there is an infection, you will eventually need an X-ray and proper dental treatment. Plan a visit to a local government hospital dental OPD to save on high private clinic costs.

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Divya Teja Divya Teja Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

I have PCOS and have to be very careful with NSAIDs like naproxen because they can sometimes affect ovulation cycles. While it is good for acute pain, check with your doctor first if you have any hormonal or stomach lining issues.

Aniket Saxena Aniket Saxena Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, naproxen is an anti-inflammatory and works well for dental pain. However, don't rely on it for more than a day or two as it can cause acidity. Get a quick dental consultation over the weekend and fix the root cause.

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Saraswathi Amma Saraswathi Amma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For tooth pain, holding a clove or applying a tiny drop of clove oil near the tooth can provide gentle relief naturally. Naproxen can be hard on the stomach, so if you must take it, do so after a proper meal and consult your doctor.

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