Can’t get it out today, made appt for tomorrow. I can’t even talk, so much pain, hub had to arrange appointment.
re: toothache
If you have clove oil, mix it with some kind of oil, like coconut oil, and put it on the gum around the tooth. If you don’t have clove oil, you can use ground cloves, just mix it with the coconut oil. Clove oil is pretty strong and when I used it in the past, I found mixing it with another oil helps not burn my sensitive mouth.
I’m sorry. Can they give you some pain killers to get your through to your appt?
LJ,
You probably already do this, but just in case not, I asked Grok: “Where are the trigger points in acupressure to relieve dental pain”
https://x.com/i/grok?conversation=2001785481995128854
Acupressure is a traditional technique that can provide temporary relief from dental pain (such as toothaches) by stimulating specific points to help reduce discomfort and promote relaxation. It is not a substitute for professional dental care—see a dentist promptly for persistent pain, swelling, infection, or other symptoms.
Here are some of the most commonly recommended acupressure points for relieving dental pain, based on traditional practices and sources like Healthline and Medical News Today:LI4 (Hegu or Union Valley)
The most widely used point for toothache relief.
Location: On the back of the hand, in the webbing between the thumb and index finger. Pinch to find the tender spot.
How to apply: Press firmly with the opposite thumb for 1-2 minutes, breathing deeply. Many people feel quick relief.
SI18 (Quanliao)
Effective for facial and dental pain, including swelling.
Location: On the face, in the hollow directly below the outer corner of the eye, at the lower edge of the cheekbone (align with the pupil when looking straight).
ST6 (Jiache or Jawbone)
Great for jaw pain, TMJ issues, and lower toothaches.
Location: On the jaw, about one finger-width in front of the angle of the jawbone. Clench your teeth to feel the muscle bulge.
Additional illustrative diagrams of acupressure points commonly used for toothache:Tips for use: Apply firm but gentle pressure (it should feel sore but not painful) for 1-3 minutes per point, repeating as needed.
Use on both sides of the body if applicable.
These points are supported by traditional Chinese medicine and some anecdotal/modern reports, but results vary. Always prioritize seeing a dentist for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Sorry to hear of your tooth pain. Not much out there that’s worse. Feel better soon.
I had a root extraction a couple of months ago after a capped tooth broke off at the gum line. Tylenol and ibuprofen weren’t relieving the pain much and it got so bad at one point that night that my eye hurt. I swabbed 30% DMSO on the gum and put a couple of drops in the extraction hole and the pain was gone in about 15 minutes. The inflammation was significantly reduced as well. I applied it 3-4 times a day and was able to cut back on the OTC pain relievers. I don’t suppose you have any DMSO handy? The only downside is that the relief only lasts about 4 hours.