10 Home Remedies for Toothaches
Toothache Home Remedy #8: Thyme
Thyme contains an essential oil that has scientifically been found to have powerful anti-microbial properties besides being antifungal and antiviral 2http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12678685. These properties make thyme an effective treatment for toothache pain and other dental problems.
To use thyme for toothaches, chew a few fresh leaves by the opposite side of the mouth and let the thyme juice soak the affected area for a few minutes. Using the non-affected side to chew prevents particles of the leaves from lodging between the aching teeth and worsening the pain. Alternatively, pour hot water over a few thyme leaves in a cup, and steep for about five minutes to make thyme tea. Take sips of the tea, swirl around the mouth for about thirty seconds then swallow to get relief from toothache.
