National Toothache Day 2024: How Do You Use Coconut Oil For Tooth Pain?

By Bharati Kumari
09 Feb 2024, 12:30 IST

The organic pain reliever for the tooth uses coconut oil. To relieve discomfort and enhance oral hygiene without using harsh chemicals, follow these easy steps.

UNDERSTANDING TOOTH PAIN

The source of toothache can be any dentition disease including caries or gum dementia. Root treatment is the necessary one.

BENEFITS OF COCONUT OIL

A feature of coconut oil is an antibacterial activity that helps resist bacteria in the oral cavity, fights inflammation and relieves pain.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT COCONUT OIL

Go for pure, cold-pressed and virgin coconut oil to make sure it is as close to nature as possible thus possessing deservingly high benefits.

OIL PULLING TECHNIQUE

Put 1 tablespoon of coconut oil into the mouth and rinse inside your jaws for about a quarter-hour or so, spit it out. Do it daily for optimum results.

MASSAGING THE GUMS

Using your clean fingers or a soft toothbrush, massage the coconut oil gently onto your gums and irritate into resolving this inflammation while hastening recovery.

MAKING COCONUT OIL TOOTHPASTE

Put coconut oil, about a teaspoon of baking soda and a few drops of peppermint essential to make the toothpaste. Brush teeth as usual.

USING COCONUT OIL AS A MOUTHWASH

Mix coconut oil with lukewarm water and a single tea tree ad to make an effective oral rinse. Swish for 30 seconds and spit.

APPLYING DIRECTLY TO THE AFFECTED AREA

Take a cotton ball, soak it in melted coconut oil and rub/dab directly on the sore tooth or infected gum to achieve localised relief.

CONCLUSION

Embrace the natural healing properties of coconut oil to soothe tooth pain and promote overall oral health. Always consult with a dental professional for severe or persistent tooth pain.