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If you\u2019ve ever had a toothache, you know the pain can be unbearable. While you may want to check out the cause of your tooth pain with a dentist, you don\u2019t need prescription pain medications to get relief from temporary or ongoing pain.<\/p>\n
Essential oils can alleviate tooth and gum discomfort without the expense and side effects of pharmacy products, and they can even be used to soothe teething pain in babies.<\/p>\n
Read on to learn some interesting facts about teeth and dental care and how you can make simple recipes at home to treat your tooth pain with common essential oils.<\/p>\n
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The following oils can be used effectively for your oral health, and are particularly suited for remedying tooth pains.<\/p>\n
You can use oils individually, but due to the sensitivity of the mouth and the potency of some of these oils, it’s best to dilute and combine oils into certain blends. You can find blends for tooth pains below later on in the post.<\/p>\n
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Tea tree essential oil is known for its antimicrobial properties, so it is perfect for tooth pain caused by infections. It can also protect your gums from further assault by bacteria. A nice benefit of tea tree essential oil is that it helps clean the teeth and improves their whiteness.<\/p>\n
(<\/span>Learn More<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Purchase<\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Lavender essential oil, that workhorse of the oil world, is also good for toothaches. It reduces swelling and inflammation and thereby relieves pain. Lavender is also relaxing, so if tooth pain is keeping you up at night, this essential oil should be in your recipes. As an antimicrobial, lavender essential oil fights germs, especially species of streptococcus that are common causes of tooth and gum infections.<\/p>\n (<\/span>Learn More<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Purchase<\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Like clove essential oil, cinnamon is also a frequent ingredient in natural recipes for oral care. Cinnamon essential oil boosts circulation, bringing healing cells to damaged tissue. It fights bacteria and fungi while freshening the breath, and it reduces pain too.<\/p>\n (<\/span>Learn More<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Purchase<\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Clove essential oil is at the top of everyone\u2019s list for soothing toothaches. Long used by dentists before many of today\u2019s commercial pain medications were available, clove essential oil can reduce pain as an inflammatory. It also helps heal mouth ulcers (sores) and combats infections. This essential oil helps improve the breath too, which is why it is a common ingredient in natural mouth rinses and toothpaste. A little goes a long way with clove essential oil.<\/p>\n (Learn More<\/a> | Purchase<\/a>)<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Frankincense essential oil has antiseptic properties, making it ideal for preventing infections of the mouth and combating tooth decay. Frankincense essential oil helps eliminate pain by reducing inflammation, and it can help relax tense muscles that are contributing to jaw pain.<\/p>\n (<\/span>Learn More<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Purchase<\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n As an astringent, myrrh essential oil is great for improving gum tissue. It heals mouth wounds quickly, which is helpful if you have tooth pain associated with deep canker sores or similar wounds. It offers relaxation as well as protection from germs as an antimicrobial and antifungal.<\/p>\n (<\/span>Learn More<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Purchase<\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bay essential oil was just made for neuralgia (nerve pain), so it\u2019s a must for toothaches. If your tooth pain is caused by nerve problems, including pain brought on by laughing or chewing, you will get relief from bay essential oil. Additionally, bay essential oil has antiseptic and antibiotic properties, and as an analgesic, it offers pain relief.<\/p>\n Purchase<\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Ginger essential oil is an anti-inflammatory, so it reduces pain and swelling. With its antiseptic properties and fresh taste, ginger essential oil is perfect for mouth rinses and oral hygiene products. A nice benefit of ginger essential oil is that it can also help whiten the teeth.<\/p>\n Purchase<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Another tasty essential oil, fennel, with its licorice flavor is an all-around winner for oral care. It soothes mouth tissue, prevents ulcers, and speeds overall oral healing. As an antiseptic, fennel essential oil fights germs too.<\/p>\n Purchase<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Whenever using an essential oil for the first time, it\u2019s best to do a patch test on a small area of skin before using it orally or in a large area of the body. This way, you can ensure you don\u2019t have any sensitivity or allergy reactions to it.<\/p>\n Some essential oils are made for external use only. Never ingest oils that aren\u2019t meant to be taken internally, and be careful not to swallow if you are rinsing the mouth with them.<\/p>\n Fortunately, many of the essential oils that are best for tooth pain also taste good and are fine for internal use. This means you can enjoy them in warm tea or hot water too, which will help with your toothache.<\/p>\n Another way to reap the benefits of the oils listed above is to add a drop or two to a damp cotton swab and dab them gently on the afflicted area. You can also use clove oil on a dry toothbrush and use it to lightly dab a tooth that\u2019s bothering you.<\/p>\n Never replace medicine you have been given for your tooth pain by your dentist or doctor with essential oils without asking first. Always ask your healthcare provider about using essential oils if you have been given antibiotics for an oral infection, since there may be a reaction between the two.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nLavender<\/h3>\n
Cinnamon<\/h3>\n
Clove<\/h3>\n
Frankincense<\/h3>\n
Myrrh<\/h3>\n
Bay<\/h3>\n
Ginger<\/h3>\n
Fennel<\/h3>\n
5 DIY Essential Oil Recipes for Toothaches<\/h2>\n
Teething Salve for Babies (good for Adults too)<\/h3>\n
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Severe Toothache Blend for Adults<\/h3>\n
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Tooth Pain Mouth Rinse<\/h3>\n
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Toothache External Hot Compress<\/h3>\n
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Natural Protective Toothpaste<\/h3>\n
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Closing Tips for Using Essential Oils to Treat Tooth Pain<\/h2>\n
Dental Health: What You Don\u2019t Know CAN Hurt You<\/h2>\n