Hello Asha ji, Thank you for sharing your concern. Tooth pain that is pulsating, recurring after antibiotics, and localized to one side often suggests a deep infection in the tooth (root canal/nerve involvement) or gum abscess.but dont worry we are here to help you out😊
✅ Why Pain is Coming Back
Antibiotics (like Augmentin) reduce infection temporarily but do not remove the root cause if the pulp (nerve) of the tooth is damaged.
Pain that returns after antibiotics usually means the tooth needs definitive treatment
✅WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IMMEDIATELY
1. Consult a dentist (endodontist if possible) as early as you can
2. Do not continue antibiotics on your own – overuse can make them ineffective
✅ Home Relief (Until You See a Dentist)
Warm saline rinses— Gargle with warm water + a pinch of salt, 3–4 times daily. Helps reduce infection and swelling.
Clove oil– Dab a cotton ball with 1–2 drops of clove oil, place gently on the painful tooth. Provides natural numbing and antiseptic effect.
Garlic paste— Crush 1 garlic clove, mix with a pinch of salt, and apply locally for a few minutes. (Strong taste, but effective).
Cold compress outside cheek if swelling/pain is severe.
Avoid chewing on the painful side until treatment.
✅ AYURVEDUC SUPPORT
1 Dashan Samskara Churna – apply locally on gums.
2 Irimedadi taila – oil pulling (gandusha) with 1 tsp, keep in mouth for 2–3 mins, then spit. Good for pain and infection.
3 Triphala kwath gargle – strengthens gums and reduces bacterial growth. ( preparation- take 2 gm of triphala powder in 2 glass of water, boil and reduce it to half, filter it and use for gargelling)
✅DIET AND LIFESTYLE
Avoid very sweet, sticky, or hard foods until treated. Keep good hydration. Maintain oral hygiene – gentle brushing with soft bristle brush
Wish you a good health😊
Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
1.Triphala + Himalayan salt decoction-Hold in mouth 5–10 mins, spit thrice daily 2.Sesame oil Gandusha (oil pulling)-Swish gently for 5 mins 3.Clove oil-Dab on affected area
Avoid chilled, hot products. Gargle with Oro-T twice a day. G-32 paint for local application Tab. Shallaki 400 1-0-1
Hello, Regular oil pullinga with valiya arimedas thailam in the morning before brushing and salt water gare after each meal will help you a lot. Take care, Kind regards.
At 75 experiencing recurrent pain, despite antibiotics, suggest that the infection may not have been fully cleared or there may be an underlying dental issue. A root canal, infection or absence since you cannot chew on the left side and pain has returned. It indicate that the source of infection is still active. For now, you can reduce pain and discomfort with gentle Ayurvedic care, but dental intervention is essential Rinse with warm salt, water, two times a day Clove oil to be applied carefully to the painful tooth Maintenance of foods and award achieving on the affected side Keep the mouth clean with gentle brushing Giloyghan vati 1-0-1 Drink tulsi 2 to 3 times daily Triphala churna 0-0-1 tsp with warm water Most importantly, you should see a dentist as soon as possible for a proper evaluation and diagnosis if it is indeed a root canal, infection or absence, antibiotics, alone or not sufficient, the tooth may require root canal, treatment or extraction to prevent the infection from spreading, especially at your age Avoid delaying profession care as untreated, dental infection can become serious
It’s better to take dentist opinion… Meanwhile for pain relief can apply clove oil , dip cotton in clove oil and apply over the affected tooth
Get a visit to the dentist and check for the need of antibiotics for a couple of days more.
Use IRIMEDADI TAILAM for oil pulling (gargling with oil for 5-7 mins)
Gumex Gel for local application whenever the pain is excruciating
Ones the pain is settled go for root canal if needed
HELLO ASHA,
-You are having pulsating tooth pain-> this often means that the nerve of the tooth (pulp) is inflamed or infected -Antibiotics like Augmentin and painkillers (Enzoflam) reduces swelling and pain temporarily, but they don’t remove the infected tissue inside the tooth. -That’s why pain returns when the medicine effect wears off.
LIKELY CAUSES -deep dental cavity (tooth decay)-> bacteria reached the nerve -Gum infection -periodontitiss/abscess -Cracked tooth or old dental filling infection
Without treatment like root canal or sometimes extraction, infection keeps coming back
In Ayurveda, toothache is called dantashoola -VATA DOSHA= gives sharp, pulsating pain -KAPHA DOSHA= produces swelling, pus, heaviness -KRIMI (microorganisms)= cause decay and infection So your condition looks like a Vata-kapha imbalance with Krimi involvement
TREATMENT GOALS -reduce pain and swelling -control infection -stregthens gums and teeth -prevent recurrence with lifestyle, diet and oral care -support overall immunity at your age
EXTERNAL TREATMENT
1) CLOVE OIL -put 1 drop on cotton and keep near painful tooth -analgesic, antiseptic -use 2-3 times/day
2) GARLIC PASTE -crush 1 clove, mix with pinch of rock salt, apply 5-10 mins -acts like natural antibiotic
3) TRIPHALA KWATH GARGLE -boil 1 tsp triphala powder in 1 cup water, reduce to half -cool, strain, gargle 2-3 times/day -cleanses, redcues infection, strengthens gums
4) TIL OIL PULLING -warm sesame oil, swish in mouth 5-10 mins, spit -reduce inflammation, pulls toxins, lubricates gums -daily morning before brushing
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime =mild laxative, detox, gum strength
2) KAISHOR GUGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =for infection + inflammation
3) TURMERIC + CLOVE POWDER + HONEY= 1/2 tsp mix twice daily =antiinflammatory,+ antiseptic
DURATION= usually 2-3 weeks
DIET AND LIFESTYLE
AVOID= sweets, chocolates, cold drinks, too hot/cold food, fried/oily heavy food
PREFER= warm soft foods- khichdi, dal ,soups, steamed vegetables
HYDRATION= warm water, avoid ice cold
ORAL HYGIENE= brush with herbal pwoders- triphala, neem , babbol. avoid strong chemical toothpaste
Do not chew on the painful side until treated
-Your pain is due to root level infection. Ayurveda helps by controlling infection, reducing pain and strengthening gums -However do not delay dental treatment. At age 75 it is important to prevent infection from spreading to bone or blood stream
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Apply clove oil 1-2 drops on painful tooth. Mix sesame oil with Divya dant kanti powder and massage your gums and teeth keep for 5 minutes and gargle with water Avoid sugary foods, carbonated beverages and drinks
Hello sir 1) Arogyavardhini vati… 2 tab 2 times a day for 5 days 2) chew clove from left side 2 or 3 times a day 3) if you are not hypertensive then wash your mouth with warm salt water
Simple Remedies
1. Swish warm salt water in your mouth, and spit it out. Do this after every meal and before retiring at night. Stir 1 tsp. of salt into a glassful of water, at body temperature.
2. Do oil pulling therapy as told in tarter treatment.
3. Somewhat warm salt water, held in the mouth will bring relief.
4. Apply 1-2 drops of oil of cloves to the affected tooth with a cotton swab. If the oil seems too strong, dilute it with olive oil.
5. Rinse your mouth vigorously with a mouthful of lukewarm water. If the pain is from food caught between the teeth, this may flush it out.
6. Put a charcoal tablet in your mouth and, with your tongue or cheek. press it against the swollen gum at the base of the problem tooth.
7. Rub the teeth and gums with triphala masi (charcoal of Triphala) twice or thrice a day.
8. Rub the teeth with powders of Bakula, vajradanti, rock salt, clove, charcoal or triphala masi.
9. To reduce infection in a tooth, put a few drops of goldenseal extract on a piece of cotton and apply it to the swollen area at night. For 3 consecutive nights, do this.
Treatment
1) peetaka churna- mouth wash 2 times
2( iremedadi oil - gargling 2 times 3) sarivadi vati -2 tab 3 times 3)
A situation like yours might be linked to a deeper dental issue that requires immediate attention. While Ayurveda can help, it’s important to consult with your dentist or an oral specialist to rule out abscess or other acute conditions that need intervention.
From an Ayurvedic standpoint, tooth pain might be associated with an imbalance in the Pitta dosha, particularly if there’s inflammation or infection. To help soothe the pain, a natural remedy you can consider is to apply a paste made of equal parts turmeric and salt directly to the affected tooth area. The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric could potentially offer some relief.
Additionally, consider oil pulling, which involves swishing a tablespoon of sesame or coconut oil in your mouth for 10-15 minutes daily. This may help in reducing harmful bacteria and promote oral health. Ensure you do this on an empty stomach, preferably in the morning.
Avoid consuming cold foods and drinks, as they can aggravate sensitivity. Try to include naturally cooling foods in your diet, like cucumber and coconut, which can help balance Pitta.
Gargling with warm salt water a few times daily might also help in reducing swelling and discomfort. Use half a teaspoon of salt in a cup of warm water, swish it around your mouth and then spit it out.
Reducing stress could beneficial too, as it impacts overall health. Deep breathing exercises or gentle yoga can be integrated into daily routine, supporting balance in Pitta.
Remember, these suggestions should complement, not replace, medical advice from your dentist. If your symptoms persist or worsen, seeking professional dental care is critical.
Tooth pain that’s pulsating may indicate an imbalance likely centered around an aggravated pitta and vata dosha condition, common when infection and inflammation occur. Given your symptoms and recent antibiotic course, it’s wise to consider further dental consultation for potential root canal issues. Antibiotics may not entirely eliminate underlying dental or nerve issues, and further professional evaluation can provide specific care.
As an adjunct to conventional care, you might incorporate some Siddha-Ayurvedic remedies to assist with pain management and balance the doshas. First, a simple clove oil application can help numb pain. Carefully apply a small amount directly on the affected area using a clean cotton swab, avoiding ingestion as clove oil can be quite potent.
Try to maintain warm saline rinsing to keep the area clean. Mix a teaspoon of salt in warm water, swish gently, then spit—it can help reduce localized congestion and microbial activity.
To pacify vata-pitta, apply a paste made from ground turmeric and water around the gum area (not directly on the tooth). Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. You can also prepare a decoction of lukewarm water with a pinch of rock salt and a few basil leaves; sipping slowly and swirling around the mouth could be soothing.
Home remedies can relieve some discomfort but if pain persists or worsens, seek a dentist’s direct care—timely attention is essential to prevent complications. Regular dental examinations and discussing any interventions with your provider ensure alignment with your overall health needs. Avoid self-treating serious discomfort if professional assessment is needed—good health always comes first.
