Home remedies to treat dental abscess

I have a dental abscess but cant c a dentist for a week. its not 2 severe yet but is there anything i can do meanwhile 2 keep down pain and swelling?
( 2 Jul 2007)

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A dental abscess is a condition that affects the mouth, face, jaw, throat and mostly commences as a tooth infection. Its advisable to treat an abscess tooth as quickly as possible so as to prevent more serious disease, such as cellulitis. There is a additional risk if you are suffering from diabetes, heart disease or an artificial valve.

Read the following to find some relief for the pain and swelling

Brush your teeth regularly to maintain oral hygiene, it not only averts gum disorders, but also offers some temporary relief. Flossing and warm water gargling in addition to over-the-counter mouth rinse could diminish some of the pain.
Avoid rubbing or massaging your gums, it will only aggravate the pain.
Ice acts as a natural anti-inflammatory, it brings down the swelling and serves as an anesthetic to numb the nerve endings. Place the ice pack rolled in a towel to your cheek or on the painful area
Put a tea bag on the gum abrasion or sore. The tannic acid present in tea leaves works as an astringent that helps to relieve pain.

answered by A W on 26 Oct 2007, 7:20:50

Home remedies to treat dental abscess

I have a dental abscess but cant c a dentist for a week. its not 2 severe yet but is there anything i can do meanwhile 2 keep down pain and swelling? ( 2 Jul 2007)

I have a dental abscess but cant c a dentist for a week. its not 2 severe yet but is there anything i can do meanwhile 2 keep down pain and swelling?
( 2 Jul 2007)