Neha Gupta Neha Gupta Asked 4 months ago

What to do for toothache pain?

My tooth is really hurting, it's a dull ache but constant. I haven't had a chance to visit the dentist yet. What can I do for this toothache pain?

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Anita Khanna Anita Khanna Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Toothache is just horrible, I feel for you. First thing, try rinsing your mouth with warm salt water multiple times a day. It's a natural disinfectant. You can also try a cold compress on your cheek from outside. But please, see a dentist as soon as possible, these are just temporary fixes.

Srinivasan Kumar Srinivasan Kumar Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Ayyo, toothache is very bad, I know. My grandmother always said to put a small piece of clove on the painful tooth, it helps to numb it a bit. And to gargle with warm water. But my family doc always says, don't ignore it, go to the dentist fast, okay? Home remedies only for small time.

Renuka Bhosle Renuka Bhosle Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Toothache is so irritating ho na? I usually take a mild painkiller if it's really bad, like a paracetamol. And a quick rinse with Listerine or any mouthwash helps clear out anything stuck. But this is not a solution, just for immediate relief till you see the doc.

Neha Gupta Neha Gupta Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

Oh god, toothache is my worst nightmare. Is your pain constant or does it come and go? I once had a throbbing pain that kept me up all night, and I was so worried it was something serious. Has anyone else felt that intense, unbearable throbbing?

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Varun Sharma Varun Sharma Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Toothache? Ugh, been there, done that! 😫 Quick tip: try holding a cold pack on your cheek, it helps with swelling and numbs a bit. And warm salt water rinses are your best friend! Don't forget to book that dentist appointment though! 🦷👍

Amit Patel Amit Patel Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Please, please do NOT ignore it. I made that mistake once, kept thinking it would go away, and ended up with a much bigger problem. Even if the pain is mild, get it checked by a dentist immediately. Don't wait for it to become unbearable like I did.

Shalini Reddy Shalini Reddy Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

I've had my share of toothaches, so I know how awful it is. What works best for me is a combination of things: warm salt water rinses, a pain reliever (the strongest OTC I can take safely), and trying to avoid clenching my jaw. If it's a specific spot, sometimes gently flossing around it helps if something's stuck. But honestly, the dentist is the real answer.

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Deepak Choudhary Deepak Choudhary Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

I can only share what I did. When I had a bad toothache, I put an ice pack on my face from the outside and took a paracetamol. It helped me sleep a bit. But I called my dentist first thing next morning. Don't know about medical advice, but that was my experience.

Rina Mukherjee Rina Mukherjee Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Oh, a toothache! I totally get it, it's one of the most debilitating pains. It can really affect your whole day. Hope you find some quick relief. Try not to let it stress you out too much, but make sure to call a dentist soon.

Prakash Singh Prakash Singh Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Toothache hai toh delay mat karo. Get an appointment with a good dentist ASAP. For temporary relief, take a paracetamol or ibuprofen if you're okay with it. Aur han, till then, avoid eating from that side, and no garm-thanda food.

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