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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Having long avoided mainstream mouthwashes, I was delighted to find this; that it has an added probiotic element, is a bonus. Tastes great, and leaves me enjoying my honeyed coffee all the more, knowing I can swish with this thereafter.
I bought this toothpaste as I was looking for something without harmful chemicals and plastic free. This toothpaste covers all that. Tastes great, leaves my teeth feeling really clean. Doesn’t stop sensitivity though.
I love the packaging and how my mouth feels clean
Have been using the bundle & its giving my great results. Less discomfort in my gums. And the enamel on the teeth look so much better than before, I started using Truthpaste. Fabulous that they come in glass jars ,Not plastic 😀. Will be continuing to purchase from now on .
Love using these toothpaste as my sensitivity has reduced and I feel my gums have also become less receded
Love the toothpaste!! It’s feels different from others!! More clean! Other products great too!
No plastic tubes and packaging! And love the quality of it you!!! Highly recommend!!
The best mouthwash Ive ever used. It tastes great, the effect is very long lasting and there’s no any nasties in it. Repeated purchase many times.
Staff were brilliant and the products are great, will continue to use and am going to get for myself too.
This kit is a nice step up from the mundane oral hygene routine stuff ive had in the past. The glass is a nice, almost luxury touch compared with the cheap single use plastics of everyday products. The mouthwash is strong but not overpowering. The toothpaste is a little "gritty" if anything but ive gotten used to it. And the floss does a good job as well.
All in all, a very nice set, does a good job and i will be back for more
The structure of my teeth has been perilous for years - I have long ground my teeth at night and don’t get on with mouthguards. So it is wonderful to know that each day I use something that is helping to counteract the impact of that grinding and the foods and drinks I consume. I also love that I am not throwing away this product, given the jar. I already cannot imagine using another toothpaste.
I have been using truthpaste for over a year and have noticed a real improvement in my teeth sensitivity and brightness. I will never go back to conventional toothpaste brands.
I have used Sensodyne since I had to see a gum specialist for mild gum disease. My teeth had become sensitive to cold water even. If I stopped using Sensodyne, the sensitivity returned but then that all changed with this toothpaste, so aptly named....Truthpaste. I saw the reel on social media claiming improvement from first use, I thought Yeah right but gave it a go. They were not wrong. My sensitivity has healed, I can enjoy cool water and my teeth passed my next dental exam - delighted and recommending everywhere and even stock it in my own health shop.
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Natural, in glass and fairly big. Since it doesn’t have sodium bicarbonate it doesn’t leave mouth ulcers like some natural toothpastes. Does a very good job! :)
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