Using natural and home methods to treat toothache during pregnancy You can use natural and home remedies that are safe and without side effects to reduce toothache during pregnancy. Methods such as: - Rinsing the mouth with lukewarm salt water - Using a cold compress on the cheek in the painful area - Rubbing oil or clove petals on the teeth - Chewing fresh garlic or placing a piece of it on the painful tooth - Using chamomile or mint tea bags - Gargling the mouth with sage decoction - Drinking ginger tea - Using aloe vera gel on the gums - Gentle gum massage with natural honey ### 2. Taking safe drugs under the supervision of a doctor In some cases, when the toothache during pregnancy is severe and natural methods are not responsive, taking safe painkillers under the supervision of a doctor is recommended. For example, acetaminophen is one of the safe pain relievers during pregnancy that can help reduce pain. But remember that the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and aspirin during pregnancy is not recommended, and if it is to be used, firstly, it should not be in the first and third trimesters, and secondly, it should be prescribed by a doctor. Taking any medicine should only be done with a doctor's prescription to avoid any risk to the health of the mother and the fetus. ### Permitted drug treatments Some medications that are considered safe during pregnancy and can reduce toothache (although they must be taken with the doctor's advice) include the following medications: - **Acetaminophen**: one of the safest painkillers to reduce toothache during pregnancy. **Antibiotics**: Some antibiotics such as amoxicillin and erythromycin can be used under the supervision of a doctor. ### 3. See a dentist and perform safe treatments During pregnancy, the use of all types of drugs should be done with caution and only under the supervision of a doctor. Because some drugs can have a negative effect on both the health of the fetus and the health of the mother. Therefore, in case of severe toothache during pregnancy, it is better to prescribe safe and low-risk medicines. It is necessary to observe some points in the use of medicines in order to avoid any possible side effects: Acetaminophen is the safest option to reduce pain and it can be taken in the right dose under the supervision of a doctor. - Avoid taking ibuprofen and aspirin. Because these drugs can be dangerous for the fetus, especially in the third trimester of pregnancy. - If antibiotics are needed, the doctor usually prescribes immune drugs such as amoxicillin, clindamycin or erythromycin. - Avoid using tetracycline antibiotics, because they can change the color of the fetus's face to yellow. - Take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs only if approved by your doctor, because some of them may cause growth problems in the fetus. - If dental anesthesia is required, controlled dose lidocaine is considered safe, but you should ask your dentist about its safety. Preventing toothache during pregnancy is not a difficult task. Maybe you can prevent any problems in your teeth during pregnancy, which is a difficult time by itself, by observing your oral hygiene and having a healthy diet. For example, taking actions such as regular brushing with fluoride toothpaste, using dental floss and safe mouthwashes, are all among the things that can prevent the accumulation of bacterial plaques and the occurrence of decay in your teeth. Visiting the dentist regularly to check the condition of the teeth and perform scaling if needed also plays an important role in maintaining oral health and preventing possible problems.