Arjun Deshmukh Arjun Deshmukh Asked 6 months ago

Does liquor help tooth pain?

I have a really bad toothache right now and my friend told me to gargle with some alcohol, saying it might help numb the pain. Can liquor really help with tooth pain?

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Sneha Nair Sneha Nair Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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I tried rubbing whiskey on my gums yesterday because the toothache was driving me crazy, but it just burned my mouth. Has anyone else tried this? I'm worried I might have damaged my gums even more.

Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Liquor might numb the area temporarily due to the alcohol content, but it won't cure any infection. In fact, alcohol can irritate open tissues and worsen inflammation. Please use a saline gargle for temporary relief and see a dentist.

Rajesh Malhotra Rajesh Malhotra Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

I tried the old whiskey trick once during a severe toothache, and trust me, it's a terrible idea. The pain comes back twice as strong once the numbing effect wears off. Get a proper dental checkup; a simple root canal or filling is the only real solution.

Anjali Deshmukh Anjali Deshmukh Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

My grandmother told me that putting a drop of brandy helps with tooth pain, but I am very scared to try it. Is it safe for a small tooth cavity? Or should I just stick to normal painkillers until tomorrow?

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Meera Shah Meera Shah Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Instead of using alcohol, trying natural antibacterial remedies is much better. Placed a clove (laung) on the painful tooth or rinsing with warm salt water can ease the pain safely. Avoid sugary drinks as they will make the cavity worse.

Shanti Devi Shanti Devi Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Physical pain is a way of our body telling us to pay attention and take care. Do not put harsh things like liquor on sensitive teeth. Keep your mind calm, chant a little, and visit a good dentist who can heal you gently.

Karan Johar Karan Johar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

It might give you a tiny bit of relief because of the alcohol, but it's definitely not a cure! 😅 Don't use it as an excuse to avoid the dentist! Go get it checked soon so you can smile freely again! ✨

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Ritika Sen Ritika Sen Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

While alcohol has some antiseptic properties, using liquor for toothache is medically unsound. It can damage the oral mucosa and mask a serious infection that requires antibiotics or dental intervention. Consulting a dentist is the only correct course.

Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I always try to be extremely cautious with home remedies because our body chemistry is very sensitive. Liquor can react badly with any medications you might already be taking. It's safer to avoid it and let a professional examine you.

Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Bro, don't go drinking or rubbing alcohol on your teeth, it'll just make your mouth dry! Just take a normal painkiller for tonight and go to the dental clinic tomorrow morning. Don't stress too much, it's a very common issue.

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