A tooth abscess is one of those conditions of the oral cavity that needs immediate attention. This condition cannot be left untreated as things can take an ugly turn, and the infection can spread, causing throbbing tooth pain. In this blog, we have discussed how to relieve pain fast due to tooth abscess.
How Can You Get Relief From Tooth Abscess Fast Enough?
Here are some quick tips to ease toothache due to abscesses until you get hold of your dentist.
Ice Pack Or Cold Compress
Ice works best to numb pain for short-term relief from pain. Keep a cold compress or an ice pack against the affected side of the face. Apply slight pressure for about 20 minutes on a single application. However, ensure that you do not put ice directly; rather cover it up with a cloth or towel.
Benzocaine
It is one of the most potent topical anesthetics that help relieve tooth and gum pain. Apply 20% benzocaine cream or ointment on the affected area every 2 hours. Make sure not to use it for children under age 2.
OTC Pain Meds
Catering inflammation and pain relief from tooth abscess fast is possible with the help of oral OTC pain meds. This works if there are no stomach or other health conditions involved. It is possible to take 3 tabs of over-the-counter ibuprofen every 4-6 hours intervals for temporary pain and inflammation relief.
Use Of Tea Bags
Using special types of teas, such as Peppermint or Chamomile, produce calming and antibacterial effects. These characteristics help minimize tooth abscess pain. First, have the delicious tea and then cool the bag to put in the affected area.
Clove Essential Oil
Clove oil (essential oil) has short-term pain-relieving effects for a tooth abscess. It is suggested that clove oil’s potency is equivalent to that of benzocaine.
You do not use essential oil directly. First, it is diluted into a carrier oil and then applied to the mouth. This precaution is necessary to avoid any sort of burns.
Origination of Tooth Abscess
There are multiple root causes for tooth infection and subsequent abscess; it’s decay. The issue starts off as a tiny cavity, and then the bacteria causing it spreads to the inner roots if left untreated.
The WBCs (white blood cells) react with bacteria, and both fight and die. The pus of abscess is the white fluid containing their dead bodies.
The pus fills in the pimple in the gums and then may or may not burst.
Signs Of Abscess In Tooth
- Severe, constant toothache moving along the sides from face to neck, jaw, and ears.
- Sensitivity to temperatures, both cold and hot.
- Pain and pressure due to chewing or biting food.
- Fatigue and lethargy.
- Fever
- Tender gums
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Metallic taste in mouth
- Salty taste in the mouth
- Opening and closing the jaw become difficult.
- Breathing and swallowing difficulties
Final Words
This situation should not be treated lightly. Get your dentist on board immediately for a proper treatment plan. You can dial (713) 783-5442 to connect with the professionals from Perio Health