Clove oil is widely used in dentistry because it has analgesic and anti-inflammatory qualities, in addition to antimicrobial and anti-tartar effects. It can be used as a home remedy and applied topically for toothaches, gum inflammation, sore throat, and headaches.
Although used for decades as a pain killer, the FDA still classifies clove oil into a class III category, which means there is inadequate data to support efficacy.

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