15 Home Remedies for a Toothache

11. Other Potential Plant Cures

Over 50 types of medicinal plants have been used in traditional therapies for toothache. These plants contain potent phytochemicals that can fight inflammation. Research suggests that many plant components show stronger antioxidant and antibacterial potential than many antibiotics, though they never replace the need to see a doctor. In addition to having your tooth medically inspected, though, if you're short on guava leaves you might try using sweet potato, sunflower, peppermint, or plantain leaves, if you have access to them. Sucking or chewing the leaves for awhile releases their anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and may ease pain for awhile.