Seven Home Remedies for Gum Pain

1. Seven Home Remedies for Gum Pain

2. How to deal with minor gum pain at home If your gum pain is minor and seemingly unconnected to any issue serious enough to warrant getting in touch with a dentist near you, here are some remedies to try at home. If your gum pain gets worse instead of better or persists, though, contact a dentist near you to rule out more serious issues that may require periodontal treatment in West Edmonton. Rinsing with saltwater It’s a classic solution because it often works. Dissolve one teaspoon of salt into a cup of water just warm enough to dissolve the water. Simply swish that solution around in your mouth, and spit it out when you’re done. Try doing it twice a day.

3. Use a hot or cold compress Compresses are simply ways of applying gentle temperature changes to a painful area and can be either hot or cold. To make a hot compress, heat (but don’t boil) some water and use it to soak a clean cloth. Squeeze out any extra water, then hold the cloth against the outside of your face near the sore gums. Try an herbal poultice A poultice is a fancy word for paste. There are at least three herbs that have pain-relieving effects — cloves, Spilanthes (sometimes called toothache plant, actually), and turmeric. You can find a powdered version of these herbs at many natural food and medicine stores. Simply add some warm water to the powdered version of one of the herbs until you have a paste.

4. Topical application of tea bag If you’re a tea drinker, you may have a solution to your sore gums already close at hand. Many types of teas contain astringent qualities (black tea, hibiscus tea, green tea) and anti-inflammatory characteristics (ginger and chamomile tea) that can ease sore gums. Simply make a cup of tea as you usually would, then, let the tea bag cool until comfortable to touch. Try a dental spray Essential oils are touted as having many beneficial effects for pain and discomfort, including gum pain. Three essential oils with possible beneficial effects on pain, inflammation, and circulation are peppermint oil, clove oil, and oregano oil.

5. Topical application of tea bag Over-the-counter anesthetic gels and pain medication At every pharmacy, you can purchase quick acting anesthetic gels such as Orajel or Anbesol. Some even contain some of the ingredients referred to here, such as Spilanthes. If you choose this route, use only as directed for as long as recommended. You may also obtain benefits from over-the-counter pain medications such as aspirin, Advil (ibuprofen), and Tylenol (acetaminophen). Again, follow the directions carefully. Gum pain can be a sign of more serious issues such as thrush (an oral yeast infection), gingivitis (the earliest stage of gum disease), or even periodontitis (advanced gum disease). If your gum pain worsens rather than improves over time, is intense rather than minor, interferes with eating and sleep, or is accompanied by any fever or foul taste in your mouth, contact a dental office in West Edmonton for their advice and support.

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