Treating cavities is no simple task and requires dedication, good timing and ample care of the affected tooth or teeth is required to keep the cavity under control or to reverse the bacterial growth in the affected teeth.
There are many antibacterial agents available at home that can be used to both relieve the pain from cavities as well as to remove the presence of small cavities. Most of these items can be found in the kitchen and act as effective home remedies against cavities. We list five such home remedies.
5 Various Ways To Cure Cavities
Salt Gargling
Mix a reasonable amount of salt in some warm water and then gargle with the resulting solution. This can be done between four to ten times a day and even more if the pain is extremely severe or the infection highly advanced.
The salt water serves to kill the bacteria in the mouth, in the teeth and in the throat acting as a powerful antibacterial agent that acts throughout the area greatly reducing the chances of increased tooth infection.
Clove Oil
Clove oil is an extremely potent antibacterial substance and applying a few drops of this to the cavity using a cotton swab can reduce cavity pain almost immediately.
The oil has long been known to have antibacterial properties and if the oil is not available, you can simply press cloves to the affected tooth. If using the oil, be careful while applying, since it is corrosive and excess oil can harm the soft tissues of the mouth, resulting in inflammation.
Warm Water
Sufficient warm water applied to the affected regions of the mouth serves to reduce bacterial activity and makes it easier for toothpastes and mouthwashes to work effectively against the infection.
It is usually a good idea to wash your mouth with warm water before going to bed and after waking up and at least once throughout the day keeping the possibility of increased infection away. Do not use boiling water as this will burn your mouth, but use water which is quite warm.
Alum
Alum is a very potent salt that has adverse effects on bacterial infections. Take a small pinch of alum and apply it to the affected region. The pain will subside almost immediately since the bacterial colonies are quickly rendered inactive or dead.
It is advisable to use a small quantity since alum is not like common salt and too much alum is not considered healthy for the body. This is best tried before going to bed or after dinner.
Toothpaste
Fluoridated toothpastes along with toothpastes that contain specialized antibacterial substances like salt and clove oil are also good ways to remedy cavities, since such chemicals kill bacteria and a small quantity of fluoride in the toothpaste helps the enamel of the teeth to become stronger.
Brushing twice a day is a very reliable method of reversing minor cavities and preventing new cavities. Choose good toothpaste and maintain good dental hygiene. Brushing after every meal is rare but not inadvisable.
Dental cavities can be controlled or the pain can be restricted using the methods mentioned above. Although serious cases need medical care, these cures are good for minor cases of tooth cavities.
Caution: Please use Home Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.