What to Take for a Toothache During Prgnancy
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Safe Home Remedies
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There are several home remedies that can be used that will not compromise the health of the mom or the baby. Chewing cloves and placing them between the affected tooth soothes toothache pain. Also, clove oil on a cotton swab applied directly to the toothache provides a numbing effect. Additionally, baking soda mixed with warm water, or table salt mixed with warm water will provide temporary toothache relief. These remedies have products that are easy to come by and each remedy is easy and safe to perform.
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Home Remedies Are Temporary
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Although toothache home remedies are safe for pregnant women, they should not be used as a permanent treatment for toothache pain. Some toothaches are the direct result of infection or tooth pulp inflammation and may require extensive dental work beyond self treatment.
Bottom Line
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According to Toothachecures.com, toothaches cause additional stress on the body, therefore, toothaches should not be self treated. All toothache pain should be observed and treated by a dentist. Home remedies should only be used as a quick fix until a dentist appointment is secured.
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