Dental Health and Toothaches
How do you get rid of a toothache fast?
6 Proven Ways to Stop a Toothache and Relieve Pain Fast
Apply a cold pack or bag of frozen vegetables to the side of your face.
Taking an anti-inflammatory medication, such as ibuprofen.
Rinse your mouth with warm salt water.
Apply a hot pack to the side of your jaw.
Acupressure may be able to reduce toothache pain by causing the body to release endorphins.
What is the best painkiller for toothache?
Anti-inflammatory analgesics such as Ibuprofen are the best for toothache as the pain is usually caused by swelling. If you can't take them – if you are allergic to aspirin, for example - then paracetamol is the next best thing.
