Vijay Singh Vijay Singh Asked 7 months ago

How to get rid of major tooth pain?

I've had a terrible toothache since yesterday, it's a major pain and I can't even eat properly. The pain keeps throbbing and is really unbearable. What can I do to get rid of this major tooth pain?

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago
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Oh god, major tooth pain is no joke! I ignored a small toothache once and it turned into a huge infection, needed a root canal. Please, for your own good, see a dentist IMMEDIATELY. Don't try to manage major pain at home, it can become much worse very quickly.

Rahul Gupta Rahul Gupta Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I just went through this last month! The only thing that truly 'got rid' of the major pain was going to the dentist. They gave me some strong painkillers, and then I needed a filling for a cavity. For temporary relief before the appointment, clove oil on a cotton swab helped numb it a bit, and a cold compress on my cheek.

Rajeshwari Devi Rajeshwari Devi Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Major tooth pain usually means something is really wrong. While you wait for a dentist appointment, try to avoid very hot, cold, or sugary foods. Stick to soft, lukewarm items. And rinse your mouth gently after eating. My family uses turmeric paste for gum issues, but for real pain, only a dentist can tell.

Meena Kapoor Meena Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Please, please do not delay seeing a dentist. I once had a major toothache, thought it would go away, but it got so bad the infection spread and I had a swollen face. It needed extensive treatment and was very painful. Go to a good dentist immediately; they can assess and provide proper treatment. Don't take chances with your teeth.

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Arun Kumar Arun Kumar Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Major tooth pain means something is broken or badly infected, so the only long-term fix is a dentist. For quick temporary relief, a painkiller like Ibuprofen will help. Also, keep your mouth clean by gently rinsing after eating, and avoid biting on that side. It's not a solution, but it'll make waiting for the appointment bearable.

Shreya Das Shreya Das Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I used to panic so much with tooth pain, thinking it was always a root canal. But actually, sometimes it's just a simple cavity that needs filling. For major pain, definitely see a dentist fast. While waiting, a cold pack on your cheek helps numb the area a bit. Don't worry too much, but don't ignore it either.

Divya Sharma Divya Sharma Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Okay, so for *major* tooth pain, you definitely need a dentist. While waiting for your appointment, you can take an over-the-counter pain reliever like Paracetamol or Ibuprofen. Gently rinse your mouth with warm salt water; it can help with inflammation. Avoid very hot or cold foods. If there's swelling, a cold compress on your cheek might help. But seriously, dentist is the only answer here.

Kunal Sharma Kunal Sharma Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Major tooth pain? That's the worst nightmare for a foodie! You can't even enjoy your favourite biryani! 😩 Honestly, the only way to really get rid of it is to see a dentist. Maybe stick to soft, bland foods for a bit, like daal chawal, until you get it sorted. No spicy stuff!

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Akanksha Verma Akanksha Verma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Oh no, tooth pain sounds so bad! Should we avoid brushing the painful tooth, or is it okay to brush gently? And can chewing on the other side make it worse too? Hope you get relief soon!

Sanjay Rao Sanjay Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago

For toothache, my mother always swore by clove oil or a pinch of asafoetida (hing) on the tooth, it helps numb it temporarily. You can also try gargling with warm salt water. But if the pain is *major*, it means the issue is serious. These are just for temporary relief; you absolutely must see a dentist as soon as possible. Don't rely only on home remedies for severe pain.

Aryan Singh Aryan Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Dude, major tooth pain is next level awful. I once had it during exams and literally couldn't study. Pop a painkiller (like Crocin or something your doc suggested before) and call the dentist ASAP. Seriously, don't try to be a hero with toothaches, they only get worse. And no cold drinks for a bit!

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