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Posted by Dee (Philly) on 07/27/2013
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THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! I was in sooooooo much pain from a tooth that I had root canal on. I wish now that I just had the tooth pulled. The pain is horrible. Looked on earth clinic found the garlic cure, it took the pain away about 90%. I was trying to chew the garlic and when I bit down I wanted to scream. The pain was excruciating. Put garlic on my gum and teeth hoping it will take the pain away like the first time. Tried the charcoal did not work at all. Was getting desperate. Tried apple cider vinegar did not help but the garlic helped. Thanks!
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Posted by Jerry (Hemet, Ca) on 02/19/2013
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Garlic made my tooth pain very tolerable! I can finally sleep. I was awake 2 days and nights.. Was using ice and ice water to kill pain. GARLIC GARLIC GARLIC
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Posted by Darlene (Otto, Nc, Usa) on 11/08/2012
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I am ecstatic! I have been suffering with all of my top teeth hurting for the past three days. Everytime my heart would beat I would feel excruiating pounding pain in my teeth. I decided to look on earth clinic for anything that would help. When I saw all the yeas for garlic... I decided to give it a try. I sliced a fresh clove of garlic, put a piece on each side of my mouth and started chewing... Wow!! I did not expect the burn to be so intense! At first I thought... What have I done? This is as bad as the other pain! But within a matter of minutes the burn was gone, and my teeth were starting to feel better. I chewed a few more pieces... This time knowing what to expect, and no kidding... As soon as the garlic burn stopped... No more pain in my teeth! That was at 6pm it is now 11:10 pm, and still no pain! Thank You! Thank You!! Thank You!!! Earth Clinic!!!!
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Posted by Kd (Kenosha, Wisconsin) on 10/06/2012
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I am SO incredibly pleased right now.
A toothache came on suddenly today, and it was just mind-numbing, sharp throbbing from the gumline up. Several years ago I was told this tooth may eventually need a root canal, but only if it was ever bothersome or painful.
I bought some drug-store gel with 20% Benzocaine in it, but it just dulled the pain for about 15 minutes. The pain kept reemerging.
I saw all of the YEA's for Garlic and had to test it for myself. Took a clove of it and peeled it, cut it in half and placed the fresh piece to my gums. It burned for about a minute, but for the first time in about 8 hours, I literally have no pain. I'm wondering how long it will last, about 25 minutes now and it's still feeling good.
This is so fantastic. Earth Clinic always comes through. Thank you thank you THANK YOU!
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Posted by Armand (Los Angeles, Ca) on 02/12/2010
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After about a week of tooth pain, the pain finally got to me so bad that it woke me up tonight around 2am. After finding EC and using such remedies as Apple Cider Vinegar, Egg Whites and more, I decided that I had no other choice and jumped on the computer to find out how to stop the pain...ah ha! GARLIC! smashed with cold compressed olive oil (for oil pulling thx EC) swirled the garlic and oil mixture around for a few minutes and yes it burned but it WORKED! The pain subsided and I can now go back to sleep. I LOVE EC and thank god for all who contribute here....g'nite
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Posted by Carl (Chicago, IL, United States) on 03/03/2009
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Garlic and toothache, YEA. I have a terrible toothache where I had a root cannal about 10 years ago, I believe it to be a bacterial infection. The only thing that takes the pain away is raw garlic. I'll chew up a bulb and hold it by the tooth, yeah it burns like heck but it takes the pain away. Works better than vicodin. I am also taking oil of oregano abstract to help fight the bacterial infection.
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Posted by Monica (Virginia Beach, Va) on 08/21/2012
I am a dental assistant and I'm so sorry you're in pain. Dissolve a tsp of baking soda in 4 oz of warm water and swish it around the tooth for 30 seconds to a minute. Baking soda counteracts the acidity in the bacteria/decay & should relieve your pain. I hope this works for you!
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Posted by Warren (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada) on 01/02/2009
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About two months ago I had an excruciating toothache. At first I could not chew on that tooth. Then it got worse and worse to the point where I could not sleep. Desperate for relief, I came on this site with the intention of trying the simplest solutions first. Nothing seemed more simple than garlic. So I chopped up a clove of garlic and rubbed it on the tooth. Almost immediately the pain subsided! Then I chewed some garlic on that tooth and had a good sleep for the first time in days. Over the next week I chewed garlic every few days. The pain is now all gone and I can chew food normally on both sides of my mouth again!
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Posted by Valerie (Carmel, California) on 08/19/2014
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Garlic for tooth infection: My infection at the gum line is gone in one day using garlic. The swollen gum at the root is still swollen.
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Posted by Om (Hope, Bc Canada) on 08/19/2014
Valerie, look into oil pulling (sesame oil). Namaste, Om
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Posted by Kc (Chicago ) on 09/07/2013
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Thank God for this site! I have been suffering most of day with toothache pain. Only had garlic powder. First I applied with a Q tip, dipped in olive oil then powder. It burned but subsided. Next I emptied a tea bag and put garlic powder into it folded it up and placed between gum under tooth and lip. It is definitely helping I could focus enough to write this post. Thank you again!
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Posted by Polly (London, England) on 04/05/2013
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I cured a badly aching tooth with I clove of organic garlic liquidised with half a whole organic lemon (chop them both small for ease of liquidation I use a hand held one) a couple of drops of filtered water (depending on your taste) and a half tspoon of manuka or propolis organic honey.
I am 62 years old and I follow a healthy diet for my blood type so am not generally ill at all. It took 2 and a half days of taking the above recipe 3 times a day. My dentist was very impressed.
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Posted by Kat (Jacksonville, Fl) on 11/28/2012
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I just want to say thank you, thank you. The garlic REALLY WORKED for tooth pain. My husband is scared to death of dentist. Sincerely, Kat
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Posted by Angie (Somewhere, Al/ Usa) on 01/19/2012
For toothache pain I placed a clove of garlic on the tooth and bit down and chewed the clove up with the bad tooth then swallowed. Instant relief!! While chewing the garlic it becomes hot and all I could think was that as soon as I swallow this I am going to drink lots of water but as soon as I swallowed all the heat was gone... Along with the toothache!!!!! Easiest thing I ever tried.
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Posted by Robert (Clearwater, Fl) on 05/27/2011
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Garlic does work for tooth pain, I had a filling done a few weeks ago and my dentist said it should be fine yet wasn't 100% sure, and then it was fine up until about a week ago, anyways I tried all kinds of remedies and even stuck a sterilized pin in it to see if it would drain yet it didn't, and so my gums in that area were raw and very sore so the method of chewing the garlic was way too painful but I figured out another way, you can cut up the garlic into a small piece then stick it on a toothpick hold you lips with other hand and put it right to the spot that is most bothersome, it burns yet is much more bearable and it seems the longer it is kept there despite the burn the more effective, I just did it and am basically pain free for the moment:)
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Posted by Terrell (Los Angeles, Ca) on 08/21/2012
Send your hubby to GNC to get olive leaf extract. I was in your high heals last year and the olive leaf extract works! I know this site does not allow one to mention brand names but in this case I hope they make an exception as that brand is the most effective! I did end up having the wisdom tooth pulled but after 7 months of stalling with the olive leaf extract. It really does kill the bacteria and reduce pain and swelling. I know you will feel the difference in 8 hours once you have taken 2 and then 2 more in about 4 hours.
I have another tooth where the amalgam filling has come out and got infected. I have been on the olive leaf extract since Feb and no more pain. I just have to be sure to clean the tooth out each night. I have been looking around town for root canal alternatives such as direct pulp capping. Till then, the olive leaf extract is a god send!
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Posted by Matt (UK) on 04/24/2023
Hi garlic kills parasites it might be that you have parasites and the side effects you experienced was them dying, Google natural ways to treat parasites and look into Candida infection which is the most common!
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Posted by Darla (Miami, Fl) on 04/30/2016
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Does not work at all! I am in so much pain! What am I doing wrong????? Ugh!!!!!!
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Posted by Bluejade4 (Houston, Tx) on 12/18/2013
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The fresh garlic did work, but it made a very bad sore in that area and hurts badly. Had to do more damage control with meds for canker sore.
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Posted by Om (Hope Bc Canada) on 12/18/2013
Next time when faced with a tooth pain try half a tsp. of grey celtic salt. You will have to find out how much or little you need to keep against the offending site, internally. My face was already swollen but in about three minutes the pain was gone and I persuaded throughout the night. That was two months ago, no recurrence. I also do oil pulling every morning for years. If the salt leaves a burning sensation, reduce the amount. Give it a try.
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Posted by Dee (Philly) on 07/27/2013
Update: I placed the garlic on my gums and teeth an hour ago and the pain is gone. Slice the garlic with the fresh side on tooth and gum. I'm soooooo happy now. Don't know how long having no pain will last but at least I know how to ease and even get rid of the pain. Once again thanks! Also will be picking up some olive leaf for the pain also.
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Posted by Paul123 (New Jersey, New York) on 10/20/2012
Can clarfy how to do this? I used garlic as needed, everytime the pain started I would slice a tiny piece off and hold it between my gums and lip.
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Posted by Phil (Las Vegas, Nevada) on 11/02/2012
Just had the same issue and had the tooth extracted. Found out that an abscess tooth is a very serious issue and can cause death if left untreated. The #14 molar has direct access to the sinus cavity and brain and is only 2 inches away from the brain. Please seek help if you develop a fever, nausea and vomiting and so on. The garlic is awesome for the pain though.
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Posted by Kathie (Houston, Texas/ Usa) on 05/28/2011
Hang in there Robert, try some clove oil!
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Posted by Karensiesta (Sarasota, Fl) on 03/21/2011
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I am so grateful for this website... Recently I had been suffering from tooth sensitivity. It started where I couldn't tolerate anything hot but then it got worse and I could drink or eat anything hot or cold. I rinsed my mouth with salt water and peroxide. I tried special mouth washes and applied oral analgesic to the affected area at night which numbed my mouth for a short time. I also took Ibuprofen, tried taking Echinacea which at first seemed to give me a slight bit of relief. I called my dentist and described my symptoms and the fact that was a tooth he had put a crown on (two years ago), he said for sure I would need a root canal. I do not have dental insurance and he said it could run about $500 or more. I panicked, I started searching the web.
I found Earth Clinic and started reading the testimonials about tooth pain and garlic. Well, I had nothing to lose by trying this, after all I was desperate and I don't have $500 to spend not to mention the pain of having a root canal. Well, let me tell you, after putting the first clove of garlic in my mouth and biting down on it where I was having the pain I felt the burn, yah; just like everyone mentioned, if you can put up with the burn for about 10 mins you will feel relief. It's true! I have only done this once so far and I do feel some relief. I plan on doing this several more times today and I pray I will not need the root canal. I felt I needed to share this with anyone else who is experiencing tooth discomfort. Hey just try it...... What do you have to lose, you will have some burning and I did have extra saliva but it is so worth it. Thanks to everyone who shared their stories on Earth Clinic. Thank God for natural remedies like this one. Karensiesta :o)
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Posted by Camojunkie (Orange, Tx) on 08/21/2012
I am in so much pain and have been for 4 days now and pain meds are not working. i've tried the salt water, hot and cold compress and something called red cross. omg it's nasty and doesnt work so im sending my husband to the store now. hope that the garlic works.
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Posted by Oscar (Syracuse, New York) on 08/21/2012
Dear Camojunkie, An absessed tooth is a serious condition and requires a good dentist to resolve this potentionaly dangerous infection. You tried some alternative treatments and they did not work for you. Get to that good dentist as soon as possible. This condition can lead to very serious infections some of which are life threatening....Oscar
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Posted by Raymond (Narbethong, Australia) on 06/26/2012
Boiling garlic kills the anti bacterial factors.
