The Tooth of The Matter

As go-getters, we need to manage all aspects of our lives like a well-oiled machine. A huge factor in being able to perform outstandingly and achieve our goals rests on proper time management and consistently being at our best.

That’s why when physical pains strike, no matter how minor or severe, we should not be held back by the down time that disrupts our productivity and hinders us from showing our best.

Among all kinds of everyday pains, toothaches are generally considered to be among the most painful and should not be taken for granted.

THE TRUTH ABOUT TOOTHACHES 

Toothaches are commonly caused by tooth decays, dental abscess, cracked or damaged tooth, an infection, or problems with braces¹.

When left untreated, toothaches can lead to other kinds of pain like headaches, migraines, earaches, even pain in the eye area. That’s why toothaches need to be managed with the best solutions, and a tooth root/gum infection has to be immediately treated to avoid further spreading of the infection throughout the body.

Some ways to prevent toothaches include proper hygiene that includes brushing at least 2x daily, flossing, regular professional dental check-ups, and following a healthy diet. But in the event that toothache strikes, here are some remedies that you can try.

COMMON HOME REMEDIES FOR TOOTHACHE RELIEF  

1. Rinsing with salt water
   • Salt water is a natural antibacterial agent that may help reduce inflammation. Rinsing might also help remove any food particle stuck in the teeth or the gums.²
2. Applying cold compress
   • Applying a towel-wrapped bag of ice on the affected side of the face or jaw helps constrict the blood vessels, in turn, reducing pain.²
3. Trying acupressure
   • Acupressure is a non-invasive technique where pressure is applied to acupoints to help ease pain. Acupoints for toothache relief can be found in the cheekbone crevice, jawbone, in between the thumb and the index finger, and the shoulders.³

But if you want a solution to deal with toothache and toothache-related pains, taking oral medications is still the best way to beat toothaches.

MEDICINES FOR TOOTHACHE

For toothache and other pains like headache, migraine, and dysmenorrhea, why don’t you try Ibuprofen (Medicol Advance 400):

• Based on IsoDent Clinical study conducted among dental patients after undergoing surgery or extraction, patients who took Ibuprofen (Medicol Advance 400) were able to feel pain relief in as fast as 5 minutes -- faster than patients who took Mefenamic Acid 500mg. It comes in an advanced softgel capsule, compared to other pain relievers in regular tablet format.
• As proven in the clinical trial, there were no reported adverse events upon taking Ibuprofen (Medicol Advance 400)
• Ibuprofen (Medicol Advance 400) is also conveniently available over-the-counter in leading drugstores nationwide, as compared to Mefenamic Acid 500mg which requires a prescription. (needs support docs or certification for this claim)
• Based on Moore et al, Clinical Study, Ibuprofen 400mg provides better pain relief than patients who took Paracetamol 1000mg.
• Ibuprofen (Medicol Advance 400) gives pain relief for up to 8 hours.

For us go-getters, something as small as a tooth should not cause so much pain and downtime in one’s productivity. Try the BEST Medicol-- Ibuprofen (Medicol Advance 400), so you can get ahead of pain and get ahead in life!

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REFERENCES:

1 - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/toothache/
2 - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326133#causes
3 - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/pressure-points-for-toothache#what-is-it

If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
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