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(1) Useful Herbs in the Treatment
of Toothache
1 Asafetida (Ferula fetida)
Asafetida is an excellent and
fast-acting remedy for toothache problems. Its rich mineral and
vitamin contents increase the strength of the teeth and enable
them to bear the pain.
2 Clove (Syzygium aromaticum)
Clove has the best astringent
and antiseptic properties among all teeth remedies. Clove oil
reduces the pain greatly and also fights against the germs in
cavities. Clove oil is an important ingredient in many toothpastes.
Even dentists apply a material with clove oil as a vital ingredient
when filling cavities.
3 Onion (Allium cepa)
Onion may give bad odor temporarily,
but in the long run it is very beneficial to dental hygiene.
Onion can fight against the germs that accumulate on the teeth
and hence prevent future problems with the teeth. People chomping
on one raw onion a day are protected from toothache, apart from
various other health benefits.
(2) Dietary Treatments for Toothache
Since dental problems are due
to imbalances of the kapha dosha, it is necessary to bring the
kapha back to normal. To do this, the following points must be
obeyed: -
- Sweet foods must be strictly
avoided. These will increase kapha in the mouth, which will help
the breeding of microorganisms. This causes cavities in the mouth,
leading to toothache.
- Do not consume chocolates
and sugary foods at night. Their particles will remain in the
interspaces of the teeth even if you think you have brushed properly.
- Foods that have bitter, pungent
and astringent tastes are good for keeping toothaches in check.
These foods can kill the microorganisms settled in the cavities.
- Foods that have good vitamin
C content are also good for the teeth. Thus amalaki, tomatoes,
green leafy vegetables and citrus fruits must be included in
the diet.
- Dental hygiene is a must.
You must gargle after every meal and also floss before retiring
to bed. Use a toothpick to remove any embedded food particles
from the cavities.
(3) Ayurvedic Treatments for
Toothache
In case of toothache, a paste
of several beneficial herbs is prepared. This is used as a tooth
powder and used instead of toothpaste.
The Irimedadi taila is also
used for application on the teeth. Regular use of this oil solves
most dental problems.
In case the toothache is accompanied
with gingivitis, then the following medications are prescribed:-
- A decoction of Triphala and
Cyprus is used for gargling.
- A mixture of licorice is prepared
in ghee and honey. This is applied on the teeth.
- Tablets of guduchi and mauktik
kamadugha are prescribed twice a day for fifteen days.
(4) Home Remedies for Toothache
1. Asafetida is ground into
a paste in lemon juice. This is then slightly warmed. A cotton
pad is dabbed in the solution and applied on the tooth cavity.
This is a very quick method to relieve the ache.
2. A very simple remedy to allay
toothache is to mix some pepper powder with common salt and rub
this mixture onto the teeth. Doing this daily will also prevent
any toothache problems as well as dental cavities.
3. Mix a pinch of pepper in
clove oil. Put this oil directly into the cavity to stop toothache.
4. Prepare a paste of the bark
of bay berry in vinegar. Apply this on the teeth. This relieves
toothache and also helps in strengthening gums in the long run.
5. Chew a root of the East Indian
Rosebay. This helps in reducing toothache with immediate effects.
6. If nothing seems to work
for the time-being, then applying an ice pack on the tooth from
the outside can provide temporary relief.
7. Munching on green leafy vegetables
is also a good way of solving toothache problems. If done daily,
then this will prevent any tooth cavities in the future. |
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