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Crooks0204
Crooks0204 Posts: 189
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I read on the internet that clove oil helps with toothache pain. Have any of you guys used it and does it actually work?

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  • zenchild
    zenchild Posts: 680 Member
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    I can't say for sure but it should. Cloves do have a mild anesthetic in them. If you smell it, it may remind you of a dentist's office. Try a couple drops on a cotton ball and hold it (or bite it) in place. Just use a tiny bit, too much will cause more problems.
  • catcrazy
    catcrazy Posts: 1,740 Member
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    Yes it does work, but I prefer a lidocaine and clove tincture (pickles soothache) ...a titbit of (maybe useless to you) information...Clove oil is extremely toxic to fish so if you have pet fish take extra precautions
  • sleepytexan
    sleepytexan Posts: 3,138 Member
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    yes--it is a miracle for tooth pain. but you must dilute it and DON'T get it on your lip--it will burn!

    I used it when I had some terrible pain with a temporary crown and it was the only thing that let me sleep.

    Wet a q-tip with cold water then sprinkle a drop of clove oil. Press the q-tip to the base of the tooth and hold for a bit.

    good luck.

    blessings.

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