Tooth ache, please help!?

Okay, so I have a killer tooth ache in the back of my mouth, I think I was grinding my teeth one night and now it's throbing (SP), but anyway, tomorrow is Christmas Eve, and can't get to a Dr. or Dentist untill Tuesday at the earliest. Any advice? i've been using orajel and tylenol extra strength....

Tooth ache, please help!?
Your own dentist should have an emergency contact number in case of severe dental discomfort, or the Academy of Dentistry [depending where u lilve] will also have access to emergency dentists on call. Orajel will do nothing, just maybe numb the gums very slightly for a minute or 2. Tylenol is probably the best over the counter pain reliever. Grinding at night, called bruxism, can do all sorts of terrible things to the jaw. Tooth aches, bone loss, and loss of tooth structure are only a few. You can get a night guard professionally made by a dentist, which will help with the detrimental effects of grinding. In Toronto, a night guard will cost about $400.00 and is covered by most dental insurances. A small price to pay to save your teeth.


Good luck
Reply:cut off your arm, you'll forget about your tooth
Reply:Ibuprofen is best for head pain.
Reply:Cloves and clove oil are very good for toothache, they are a natural anaesthetic.
Reply:Toothache and Gum Problems





Home Treatment








Toothache





To reduce pain and swelling of a toothache, use an ice pack on the outside of your cheek; do not use heat. Avoid very hot, cold, or sweet foods and drinks if they increase your pain.





Tooth sensitivity





To reduce sensitivity to heat, cold, or brushing, consider using a toothpaste specifically designed for sensitive teeth. Brush with it regularly or rub a small amount of the paste on the sensitive area with your finger a 2 to 3 times a day. Floss gently between your teeth.





Try a nonprescription medication to help relieve your pain:





Acetaminophen, such as Tylenol or Panadol


Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs):


Ibuprofen, such as Advil or Motrin


Naproxen, such as Aleve or Naprosyn


Ketoprofen, such as Actron or Orudis


Aspirin (also a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug).





Be sure to follow these nonprescription medication precautions:





Carefully read and follow all label directions on the medication bottle and box.


Use, but do not exceed, the maximum recommended doses.


Do not take a medication if you have had an allergic reaction to it in the past.


If you have been told to avoid a medication, call your health professional before taking it.


If you are or could be pregnant, call your health professional before using any medication.


Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than age 20 unless directed to do so by your health professional.
Reply:Limit yourself to EIGHT Tylenol Extra Strength per 24 hour period. You can alternate dosing with ibuprofen (Advil Liqui-Gels) if you wish. Instead of taking the Tylenol 4 times a day, take it maybe 3 times and use the Advil 3 times a day, using 600 mg (3 caps) per dose. DO NOT do this for more than a few days, though.





In addition to using the pain medication of your choice, sleep on an extra pillow to elevate your head. Sleep on the side that does NOT have a toothache. If that doesn't work, you can move to a recliner or the sofa so you can keep your head really elevated. This will minimize the blood flow to the area and therefore minimize the throbbing and pain. This might help you make it through the night until you can see a dentist.
Reply:Go to the drug store and ask the pharmacist for "clove" oil, and put it on your tooth, it's an old fashioned remedy and it works!! Also try ibuprofen for the pain as well..Hope this helps you!!
Reply:The only thing that smoking is good for is a toothache. In every other way it is derogatory to your health but it does soothe a toothache (god knows how or why) also dabbing a whiskey soaked cottonball can help (obviously just mild anaesthesia!)
Reply:Brush them you may have food stuck in there


or you can go to a chemist ( drug Store ) %26amp; get something oil of cloves or cooking cloves will help a bit it will give a numb feeling but wont take all the pain away


a pain killer may help also


I'm sorry for you! You poor thing toothache is really painful %26amp; at Christmas time when you should be happy


Try %26amp; have a Merry Christmas
Reply:Call a dentist ,When answering machine picks up they will give you an emergency number .Ask the dentist to give you some


Way to get it to stop throbbing .He will probably see you .
Reply:if you were grinding your teeth it's possible you may have cracked a molar, especially if the pain came on suddenly and the tooth has already been filled previously. they undercut the edges of the cavity to pack in metal fillings, and this weakens the tooth. oil of cloves is good, be careful not to overdo the tylenol as it can be dangerous to your liver
Reply:If you are over 21 years old the best tooth pain killer is whiskey . you don't need to drink it , just swish it in your mouth and spit it out if you're not a drinker.


If you are under 21 years old the drugstore has a lot of products to help you dull the pain .
Reply:brush brush brush and u will be fine!!!!!!!!!!



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