Ayurvedic Treatment for Toothache

TOOTHACHE Ayurvedic Treatment

To determine the factors associated with toothache, your dentist will:⁵

• Take your medical history and conduct a physical exam
• Will ask questions about the pain, such as when the pain started, its severity, location, triggers etc.
• Carry out an examination of the mouth, teeth, gums, jaws, tongue, throat, sinuses, ears, nose and neck
• Take an X-ray or other tests depending on what they suspect is causing the toothache

Diet Recommendations (Aahar)

• Sticky substance which may stick to the teeth should be avoided
• Food containing sugar and other sweets should be avoided
• Fruits like guavas, oranges, pomegranates and other fruits of the citrus family are beneficial as they contain vitamin C which strengthens gums
• Amla must form the part of the diet since it contains the largest amount of vitamin C and is easily available.

Lifestyle changes (Vihar)

• Maintain a good oral hygiene such as brushing regularly and frequently rinsing of the mouth
• Make a habit of rinsing the mouth after every meal
• Use natural oils and extracts from clove oil for toothache. Dab a cotton ball in clove oil on the affected tooth and gently bite down. The natural properties of clove oil can help relieve tooth pain and prevent future cavities and bad breath
• Using saline water to rinse the mouth after meals helps in curing toothache and even other tooth-related problems.
• Mix equal amounts of pepper, salt and few drops of water to form a paste. Apply this paste on the affected area to relieve toothache.