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Dental pain can be very bothersome, even when not severe. If something is hurting inside your mouth, it could be due to one of the following:

Tooth decay, is caused by bacteria in the mouth that form plaque, which attacks the tooth enamel. Over time, this can lead to a hole in the tooth called a cavity.

Gum disease, which occurs when the plaque builds up along the gum line and causes irritation and inflammation of the gums.

Oral infection, which is caused by bacteria and can develop anywhere in the mouth. Dental pain can also be due to tooth sensitivity, which is a result of a thinning of the enamel caused by sweet and acidic foods.

How To Get Quick Relief from Dental Pain

If what you’re looking for is quick relief from dental pain, here are 9 tips for pain relief that dentists usually give patients.

1. Rinse your mouth with hydrogen peroxide. Gargling with hydrogen peroxide can help to relieve tooth pain. The hydrogen peroxide helps kill bacteria causing the pain, and it also helps reduce inflammation. You can also create a warm water and salt mix, which also has antibacterial properties. Rinse your mouth with it for relief.
2. Take over-the-counter pain medication. There are a few different types of pain medication that can help with tooth pain. Over-the-counter options like ibuprofen and acetaminophen can help reduce inflammation and pain and provide relief from dental pain.
3. Apply a cold compress to the outside of your face for 20 minutes at a time. A cold compress can help reduce tooth pain by numbing the area and reducing inflammation.
4. Try using dental floss or an interdental brush to remove food from the affected area. It could be that something stuck in between your teeth is causing dental pain.
5. Avoid eating hard, chewy, or sticky foods that may aggravate the pain. Try to avoid aggravating the pain and eat soft foods first before you can see a dentist.
6. Use clove oil. Clove oil is a natural remedy for dental pain. It has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that help to reduce swelling and pain. Place a few drops on a cotton ball and apply it directly to the painful site.
7. Drink peppermint tea. Peppermint tea is often used as a home remedy for dental pain. The menthol in peppermint can help numb the area and reduce inflammation.
8. Use an oral numbing gel to numb the nerves in your mouth, which helps reduce dental pain. Apply it to the surface of your gums to ease the pain.
9. If your dental pain is severe, or if your pain has lasted for longer than a couple of days, the best tip is to see a dentist immediately. At-home remedies can only do so much. Having a dentist assess the pain and provide the appropriate treatment is the best way to find long-term relief.

Dental pain is usually caused by underlying dental issues that require dental treatment to resolve. At-home treatments are for quick relief and should not take the place of professional dental treatment. Lasting and effective pain relief requires identifying and tackling the cause of dental pain.

Dental Pain Treatment in Plantation, FL

Dr. Ernie Soto provides a variety of treatments for patients experiencing dental pain. Dr. Soto will determine what you need by examining your teeth, mouth, and gums. It is not recommended that you delay treatment, as dental pain can interfere with your daily life, and if untreated, can lead to complications.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Soto, call our dental office in Plantation, FL, today at (954) 368-6264 or use our convenient online appointment request form.