Tips for Getting relief from Toothache

Having toothache during the day is no big deal as you can easily stop by at the dentists office to get relief. However if you develop toothache during the night/weekends when the office is closed, you will need the following tips to give you relief:

1. Warm water and salt rinse: get a small cup of warm water(not hot because hot water will trigger pain) add a leveled tea spoon of salt and stir. Then rinse your mouth with it making sure the warm solution gets to the painful tooth. You could tilt your head sideways to achieve that. The warm water gives soothing relief while the salt is antibacterial. For fast relief, you will need to rinse frequently.
2. Do not chew with the side of the mouth that is painful as chewing could trigger pain
3. Avoid hot or cold drinks as they may initiate pain.
4. Avoid sweet drinks or food.
5. You could take pain relieving drugs sold over the counter. Pills that work for pain in other parts of the body will work for toothache too. The drug should be swallowed and NOT placed on the tooth/gum because it could burn the gum/cheek causing more damage. 
6. Oil of clove: studies have shown that this essential oil has antibacterial and analgesic(pain relieving) properties. To use, Put 2 to 3 drops in a bowl and add little olive oil. Then Place a few drops of the mixture on cotton wool and apply on the painful tooth. 

Please note that the tips mentioned above are to give you temporary relief, visit your dentist as soon as possible to have him/her check out the cause of the pain and give you a permanent solution.