While still following their dentist's prescription for toothache, many people also look for other ways to ease the throbbing in their teeth. Fortunately, one of these remedies involves salt, a common ingredient that temporarily relieves pain and helps disinfect the mouth.
Salt and distilled water
A mixture of salt and distilled water can be used to temporarily ease tooth pain before you see the doctor. To make it, add ½ teaspoon of salt to about 1 liter of distilled water and stir well. Then rinse your mouth with this salt solution for about 2 to 3 minutes, so it has enough time to work on the painful tooth. The rest of the mixture can be kept for 1 to 2 days in a cool place such as the refrigerator.
Salt and clove oil
This mixture is also used to relieve toothache temporarily. Put 1 teaspoon of salt and 2 teaspoons of clove oil in a small jar with a lid and shake well. Rinse your mouth with the mixture for about 5 minutes. This method works very well, as long as it does not cause any adverse reaction in your mouth. Any unused mixture can be kept for 1 week in a dry, dark place such as a medicine cabinet.
Salt and apple cider vinegar
This mixture can help relieve toothache for a short time. Mix 1 teaspoon of salt with 4 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and shake well. Rinse your mouth with the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes before spitting it out and rinsing with cool water. The rest can be kept for about 1 week in a cool place.