Toothache is one of the common oral diseases. Although it is not a serious condition, the piercing pain can be unforgettable for many people. To bid farewell to the torment of toothache, several dietary therapies can be effective. Let's take a look at them together with the editor!
Major causes of toothache
1. Tooth decay
Tooth decay, commonly known as "cavities" or "dental caries".
Both primary and permanent teeth can develop cavities.
Tooth decay can cause loss of chewing ability and, in severe cases, complications such as pulpitis, periodontal abscess, and osteomyelitis, which can harm overall health.
2. Acute pulpitis
Acute pulpitis, commonly known as tooth nerve pain, is mostly caused by the infection of cavities spreading to the pulp cavity. It is the main cause of severe toothache.
3. Acute pericoronitis
Acute pericoronitis often occurs when oral hygiene is poor and the body's resistance is low. It is more likely to occur in the lower wisdom teeth than the upper ones.
At the onset, there is gum pain. The lower wisdom teeth are close to the throat area, which can cause sore throat and difficulty in opening the mouth, affecting speech and eating.
In severe cases, it can be accompanied by high fever, facial swelling, and enlargement of the submandibular lymph nodes.
4. Dentin hypersensitivity
Due to gum recession and using a toothbrush with bristles that are too hard, the enamel on the tooth surface near the gum can become thin.
Often, during tooth brushing, the friction of the bristles can wear away the enamel, exposing the softer dentin, causing pain when consuming hot or cold foods. In such cases, dental treatment should be sought promptly.
5. Severe enamel wear
Enamel, commonly known as dental enamel, is gradually worn away by the prolonged chewing of food by the teeth.
The outermost layer of enamel is gradually worn down, exposing the second layer, dentin.
Since nerve endings are distributed in the dentin, when there is a cold, hot, or mechanical stimulus, one can feel pain.
6. Acute periodontal membrane inflammation
The symptoms of this condition include severe pain, persistent throbbing pain, inability to chew, and the affected tooth feeling slightly longer than others, as if it is floating.
Dietary therapies for toothache to help relieve pain quickly
1. Chinese Foxglove and Rehmannia Black Bean Congee
Ingredients: 12g Chinese foxglove, 15g raw rehmannia, 15g cooked rehmannia, 60g black beans, 100g glutinous rice.
Preparation: Wash all the ingredients separately. Cut the rehmannia into small pieces. Cook them with an appropriate amount of water to make congee. Remove the Chinese foxglove and rehmannia residue and season with a little salt before eating.
Benefits: Suitable for elderly patients with deficiency of vital energy and weakness.
2. Salted Duck Egg and Oyster Congee
Ingredients: 2 salted duck eggs, 100g oysters (dried oyster meat), an appropriate amount of rice to make congee. Eat it continuously for 2-3 days.
Benefits: Suitable for those with toothache caused by excessive internal heat.
3. Preserved Egg, Beancurd Skin, and Salted Lean Pork Congee
Ingredients: 2 preserved eggs, 60g soaked beancurd skin, 100g salted lean pork, an appropriate amount of rice (or millet) to make congee. Eat it continuously for 2-3 days.
Benefits: Suitable for those with toothache caused by excessive internal heat and cavities.
4. Oyster, Salted Lean Pork, and Preserved Egg Salted Pork Congee
Ingredients: 100g oysters, 2 preserved eggs, 100g salted lean pork, an appropriate amount of rice to make congee.
Benefits: Suitable for those with toothache caused by yin deficiency, swollen teeth, and hoarse voice.
