**Child's toothache** can occur for various reasons such as tooth decay, gum infection, tooth fracture or even tooth eruption. This pain can be very annoying and disturb the child's sleep, eating and playing. While a visit to the dentist is always the best course of action for **treating a toothache in children**, some home remedies can also help temporarily relieve the pain. In this article, we present 10 home methods to relieve children's toothache based on reliable scientific sources. home treatment of child's toothache **1. Cold compress:** Place a cold compress on the painful area of the child's cheek for 20 minutes. This will help reduce inflammation and numbness in the area. You can use an ice pack, a bag of frozen peas, or even a cold spoon. **2. Salt water:** Make a warm salt water solution (1/2 teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of warm water) and have your child rinse their mouth with it for 30 seconds. This will help relieve pain and sore gums. **3. Clove oil:** Apply a drop of clove oil on a cotton ball and place it on the painful area of the gum. Clove oil has natural anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. **Note:** Avoid putting clove oil directly on the teeth as it can cause irritation. **4. Vanilla extract:** Apply a drop of vanilla extract on your finger and place it on the painful area of the gum. Vanilla has a relaxing effect and can help relieve pain. **5. Aloe vera gel:** Apply aloe vera gel directly on the baby's gums. Aloe vera has natural anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. **6. Non-prescription pain relievers:** You can use over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen to relieve your child's toothache. Pay attention to the instructions on the medicine and avoid giving an excessive dose to the child. **7. Soft foods:** Give your baby soft and cool foods such as yogurt, compote, mashed potatoes or soup. Avoid hard, spicy or acidic foods that can aggravate the pain. **8. Cool drinks:** Give your child cool drinks such as water, milk or fruit juice. Avoid hot or carbonated drinks that can aggravate the pain. **9. Oral hygiene:** Brush your child's teeth regularly with a soft toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Use dental floss to clean between teeth. **10. Distract the child:** Distract your child by doing favorite activities such as reading a book, playing a game or watching a movie. Pharmaceutical treatments to relieve children's toothache While home remedies can help provide temporary relief from a child's toothache, in some cases pain medications may need to be used. - **Acetaminophen:** Acetaminophen is a common analgesic and antipyretic drug that can be used to relieve toothache in children. Look for medicines containing acetaminophen for children and follow the instructions on the medicine. - **Ibuprofen:** Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can help relieve pain and inflammation caused by toothache. Look for medicines containing ibuprofen for children and pay attention to the instructions on the medicine. Important points about the use of painkillers for children: - Always consult your doctor or dentist before giving your child any medicine. - Pay attention to the recommended dose on the medicine and avoid giving too much medicine to the child. - Give the medicines to your child on time to maintain a constant level of medicine in his body. - If your child experiences any side effects, stop taking the medicine and consult your doctor or dentist. **Prescription painkillers:** In some cases, the dentist may prescribe pain relievers to relieve your child's severe toothache. These drugs should be taken only as prescribed by the doctor. Toothache is very annoying for children. With a few simple solutions, you can prevent its frequent occurrence: - **Inculcate oral and dental hygiene habits in your child.** Brushing twice a day and flossing daily help to remove dental plaque. - **Limit the consumption of sugar and sugar in your child.** After eating foods with high sugar and sugar, ask him to wash his mouth with water or mouthwash. - **Take your child for a dental examination every six months.** This will help to check his oral health and identify possible problems. - **Instead of sticky foods, encourage your child to eat healthy snacks such as apples and bananas.** Sticky foods cause more tooth decay. The cause of a child's toothache **1. Tooth decay:** Tooth decay is the most common cause of toothache in children. Tooth decay occurs when bacteria accumulate in the child's mouth and attack the tooth enamel. **2. Gum infection:** Gum infection occurs when bacteria accumulate in the child's gums and cause inflammation and redness of the gums. **3. Tooth fracture:** A tooth fracture can occur as a result of a blow to the child's mouth. **4. Teething:** Teething can cause pain and discomfort in a child's gums. Prevention of child toothache **1. Oral hygiene:** - Teach your child to brush his teeth after every meal and before sleeping. - Use fluoride toothpaste. - Use dental floss to clean between your child's teeth daily. **2. Healthy diet:** - Avoid consuming sweet and acidic foods and drinks that can damage the child's teeth. - Give your child plenty of fruits and vegetables. - Give your child plenty of water. **3. Regular dental examinations:** - Take your child for regular dental checkups every six months. - The dentist can check your child's teeth for decay and other problems and treat them if necessary. **4. Healthy habits:** - Avoid giving your baby a pacifier or bottle containing milk or fruit juice while sleeping. - Teach your child to avoid chewing on hard objects such as pencils or nails. **When to visit the child's dentist:** - If your child's toothache is severe, persistent, or accompanied by fever, swelling, or difficulty eating. - If you notice brown or black spots on your child's teeth. - If your child's gums are red, swollen or bleeding. - If your child has a toothache due to a fracture or injury to the mouth. - If your child is teething and has severe pain. **Does toothache bother your child?** If you don't have access to a pediatric dentist, try these home remedies. Note that these methods are only for temporary pain relief. If these methods are not effective and the pain worsens over time, be sure to visit a dentist as soon as possible. If you live in Tehran, you can call the office of Dr. Tavaklian Pediatric Dentistry Specialist at 09108074010 or fill out the form below to contact you.

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