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How to Treat Gum Pain

Gum pain is a common complaint among people of all age groups. There are a few things you can do to help alleviate the gum pain.

Things You'll Need

  • Salt
  • Motrin
  • Baking Soda
  • Collodial Silver
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Instructions

    • 1

      Gargle with salt water. Preferably warm.

    • 2

      Take 1 tsp collodial silver a day for approx. 3 days.

    • 3

      Take motrin

    • 4

      Take extra strength sinus medication, it could be your sinuses acting up and pressing on a nerve to the gums.

    • 5

      Brush gums with a baking soda and water paste and a SOFT toothbrush

    • 6

      Apply ambesol

    • 7

      If you have an abscess, persistent pain, chronic bleeding gums or nothing seems to alleviate your pain, make an appointment to see your dentist asap.

Tips & Warnings

  • Choose whether to try the motrin or the sinus medication. Do not mix medications. If one doesn't work, try the other after the given amount of time listed on the bottle you took meds from for next dose. (usually 4 hours)

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