If you have ever suffered from toothache then you may know how intense and excruciating the pain can be. It can affect every aspect of your day-to-day life. In severe cases it’s hard to function.
If you’re familiar with Truthpaste, then you may well be familiar with how a toothache led Marisa to develop our natural toothpastes.
Dental appointments are not always so easy to just drop into. The chances are that if you're suffering from toothache, you're online now searching the internet for remedies. If you're in pain right now, read on. But please do try and get that dental appointment!
Is Clove oil good for tooth pain?
Using clove oil to soothe tooth pain is an old wives remedy that is happily backed up by science.
The active agent in Clove oil is Eugenol; natures very own anaesthetic. Not only does it numb pain but reduces inflammation and has the added bonus of its antibacterial properties.
Clove is wonderfully effective at easing toothache. It's also readily available in some form in most pharmacies or health food shops!
What is clove oil?
Cloves are the aromatic flower buds of a tree called Syzygium aromaticum, which is native to Indonesian Islands. Cloves are used as a spice to flavour anything from drinks, to deserts, to savoury dishes.
It’s strange to think that something you would find in almost any kitchen cupboard was once worth its weight in gold!
Our ancestors were unlikely to have known the science, but the health benefits of clove oil were well known to them. Cloves have been used medicinally as far back as the third century!
What are the benefits of clove oil?
The benefits of Clove oil are numerous. It can be used to treat everything from athletes foot to respiratory issues.
In 2012, a study showed that Clove oil was effective in fighting dental erosion from acidic drinks, (in this case apple juice), thus fighting cavities. Whilst in 2006, a study backed up the long-held belief that it is extremely useful in soothing pain.
How to use Clove oil for toothache
Often people recommend applying a few drops of clove oil onto a cotton ball and dabbing it directly to the affected area. However, as with all essential oils, you should always avoid using it neat. Clove oil can cause irritation if you use it without diluting it first. Always dilute essential oils by mixing a few drops into a carrier oil such as olive oil or melted coconut oil.
Clove oil (or eugenol) can be found in over-the-counter toothache remedies, carefully formulated for safety.
If you are looking for immediate relief, the numbing effects of clove can be experienced almost instantly. You may feel it has helped reduce pain, reduced swelling, and provided relief, but it is important to visit your dentist to treat the underlying oral health concern.
Clove oil in Truthpaste
Whilst our ancient ancestors went to war with each other to get hold of this magical medicinal wonder spice, these days you can simply order Truthpaste online!
Our organic certified Clove oil is responsibly farmed in Madagascar. Of course, at Truthpaste, we also want to be sure that we are using the best quality essential oils with no impact on the surrounding environment.
Truthpaste original also contains myrrh, peppermint, fennel, wintergreen and eucalyptus oils. All of which contain analgesic, or pain relief properties!
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Sources:
Jesudasan, J. S. et al. (2015) Effectiveness of 0.2% chlorhexidine gel and a eugenol-based paste on postoperative alveolar osteitis in patience having third molars extracted: a randomised controlled clinical trial. British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. V.53, Issue 9, pp826-830.
Alqareer, A. et al. (2006). The effect of clove and benzocaine versus placebo as topical anesthetics. Journal of Dentistry.
Marya, C.M et al. (2012) In Vitro Inhibitory Effect of Clove Essential Oil and its Two Active Principles on Tooth Decalcification by Apple Juice. International Journal of Dentistry.
Andaya, Leonard Y. (1993). "1: Cultural State Formation in Eastern Indonesia". In Reid, Anthony (ed.). Southeast Asia in the early modern era: trade, power, and belief. Cornell University Press.
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Have used this toothpaste, love it, have brought some for my daughter and parter now!
Have been using for the last couple of weeks and already noticing the positive whitening effect it has. Interested to see how the 12% micro-Hydroxyapatite improves my teeth over time.
I’m very happy with this toothpaste, the peppermint flavour is so fresh feeling, I will buy it again
I've not been using this one long, and already feel a difference. I like the taste too.
Lovely toothpaste
Easy to apply with the spatulas
Really leaves my mouth clean and fresh
I wasn't sure what to expect from an orange and fennel flavour, but it has grown on me and I really like it now. Not sure about any whitening effects yet, perhaps it will take more time.
Tastes great. I have bought this 5 times.... love it.
Been using for a couple of months now, teeth are less sensitive, love the mouth wash (no alcohol) just added the enamel mask, and the organic one to help with receding gums, proof, first time in forever I’ve been to the dentist, and needed nothing done!!!
This is the nicest mouthwash I've ever had. Feels great in the mouth nice strong mint flavour without the burn.
I was skeptical about this toothpaste but after a couple of weeks use along with the mask I must say my teeth feel amazing, clean and stronger with much less sensitivity. I would highly recommend this toothpaste and mask to anyone who has sensitive teeth and wants a neutral alternative to chemical maiden fluoride toothpaste. This will be my new regular oral care from now on!
I came across this product on Instagram a few months ago and decided to give it a try as others on the market appear to be full of chemicals and always left a strange bitter aftertaste, I have to say this product did not dissapppoint! My gums feel healthier my mouth feels fresh after use and no aftertaste other than the fresh minty taste, I also love the small metal cup it comes with and a big plus is that this company is eco friendly. Definately my go to for the future.
Been using the toothpaste for a couple of months now, just gets the job done, love that they are not in a tube, just brought the new orange one, and the mouthwash, also the tooth enamel repair, love the little cup to rinse with, all I can’t fault any of it!
After numerous whitening treatments, I felt my teeth weren’t looking any brighter, only more transparent if anything, and the sensitivity was so bad!! I thought I’d try truthpaste for a bit as I was interested in the enamel rebuilding properties and that it reduces sensitivity. After using this for about a month, i’ve noticed my teeth are brighter, more opaque, even a couple of little lines/stains have disappeared! I haven’t tried whitening again yet so I don’t know if it’s helped with the sensitivity, but tbh I don’t feel I need to as this toothpaste has made my teeth so much healthier looking!! Teeth also feel amazingly clean and smooth.. only downside is I thought you’d get a spatula in the box like it shows in the photos but you dont do it can get a bit messy with the kids all dipping in lol but otherwise I’m a massive fan and I’m ordering my second jar now 🥰
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