Clove oil for toothache

Christmas seems the most likely time of year to get toothache. Why? probably because of the onslaught of sweets, nuts and other once a year delicacies and the fact that the dentist will be closed and you have to cope with being in pain for several days adds to the anxiety.

Clove oil, an age old remedy used in ancient China and India for centuries is one oil I make sure I always have in stock. It has many uses but is probably best known for it's ability to relieve a toothache. What could be worse than a toothache? a toothache with an infection added to it.

A few drops of Clove oil on a cotton swab applied directly to the tooth will relieve the pain with its anaesthetic qualities by seeping through into the small cracks in your tooth to the source of the pain numbing it on contact.  It will also work on killing infection, buying you time until you can get to a dentist.

Clove oil is anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-viral.  A great daily mouthwash can be made just by adding 2 drops of this very potent oil to a small glass of water, pulling it through your teeth and gargling.  It is perfect for soothing gums ,tackling bad breath and protecting cavities. As a natural product it has no synthetic ingredients and is safe to use in small quantities.

Make sure you have some in your cupboard for Christmas.