Vivek Mehta Vivek Mehta Asked 4 months ago

How to eliminate tooth pain?

Had a terrible toothache last night, it was throbbing constantly. My dentist appointment is in two days, but I need some relief until then. What can I do to eliminate tooth pain, even temporarily?

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Aisha Khan Aisha Khan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Tooth pain is terrible, I've had it! With conditions like PCOS, sometimes overall inflammation can be higher, so addressing any pain needs careful thought. For tooth pain, a temporary fix might be a warm salt water rinse or clove oil, but please, do not delay seeing a dentist. It could be an infection or cavity that needs proper treatment, not just pain relief.

Ramesh Kumar Ramesh Kumar Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Tooth pain can be really bad and unexpected! Don't try to save money by delaying a dentist visit, it can get much worse and more expensive later. For temporary relief, a warm salt water gargle helps, or sometimes a clove bud on the affected tooth. But budget for a proper dental checkup. Root canals or extractions are much costlier than a timely filling.

Kavya Sharma Kavya Sharma Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Ugh, tooth pain can make you so anxious, right? I start imagining the worst! For temporary relief, gargling with warm salt water really helps, and I've even tried putting a small piece of cotton with clove oil near the tooth. But seriously, don't let the anxiety stop you from seeing a dentist. It's the only way to truly eliminate the pain and fix the problem before it gets serious.

Ananya Gupta Ananya Gupta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Oh, tooth pain is the absolute worst! I've researched this a bit, and for really bad pain, people say to put a cold compress on your cheek. Also, rinsing with warm salt water can help reduce swelling. But honestly, most articles say that you NEED to see a dentist because it's usually a cavity or infection that won't just go away.

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Sameer Khan Sameer Khan Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Tooth pain? Bhai, no home remedy will 'eliminate' it if it's a deep cavity or infection. You need a dentist, simple. For temporary relief, try gargling with warm salt water, it cleans and soothes a bit. But book that appointment. Don't suffer unnecessarily, it just gets worse.

Aparna Rao Aparna Rao Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

If you have tooth pain, especially if it's severe or persistent, you need to visit a dental specialist at a good hospital. They will do X-rays and examinations to diagnose the exact problem – be it a cavity, infection, or wisdom tooth issue. Ask them clearly about the treatment options, whether it's a filling, root canal, or extraction, and what to expect. Don't self-medicate.

Rajeshwari Devi Rajeshwari Devi Joined May 2026 4 months ago

To truly eliminate tooth pain, you need to address the root cause, which almost always requires a dentist. Common causes are cavities, infections, or gum problems. For temporary relief, a warm saline rinse, applying a cold compress to the cheek, or a drop of clove oil can help. But please, see a dentist as soon as possible; delaying can lead to more complex and painful issues.

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Sanjay Sharma Sanjay Sharma Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I suffered from terrible tooth pain once, and trust me, no amount of home remedies could 'eliminate' it. My personal experience was that only a visit to the dentist, who diagnosed a deep cavity, led to actual relief after a filling. So, while you can try temporary pain relief, please do not substitute it for a professional dental check-up.

Priya Yadav Priya Yadav Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Haan, tooth pain is very bad na. Jo bhi karo, ultimately dentist ke paas jana hi padega. Tab tak ke liye, warm salt water rinse karo, ya thoda sa clove oil lagao, woh relief deta hai. Par yeh sab temporary hai, asli solution toh dentist hi dega.

Rahul Singh Rahul Singh Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

For tooth pain, while a dentist is the primary solution, maintaining good oral hygiene tracked through habits can prevent many issues. My app reminds me to floss daily. For immediate relief, I've heard a lot about applying ice externally to the cheek. But any persistent pain, I'd immediately consult a dental professional rather than trying to fix it myself.

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