×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Kenya's Bold Newspaper
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

From onions and ginger to salt water: Home remedies for a toothache

Vocalize Pre-Player Loader

Audio By Vocalize

The excruciating pain can bring even the strongest to their knees [Courtesy]

Most of us have had to cancel plans or take off from work because of a toothache. This is one of the most common ailments and it can happen at any time of the day.  The excruciating pain can bring even the strongest to their knees.

It’s necessary to know a few home remedies in case you do not have access to a dentist or need quick relief from the pain. From a cold compress to vanilla extract, here are some ways you can relieve a toothache at home.

Premium Article

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.

Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.
Continue Reading  →
What you get
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimised reading
  • Weekly newsletters & digests
Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payments Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902
By Stephen Rutto 27 mins ago
Sports
Kenya basks in 10,000m glory at African Senior Athletics event
Sports
Stage set for World U20 Champs trials
Football
Ingo derby now a huge test for AFC Leopards' title credentials
By Ben Ahenda 19 hrs ago
Boxing
Okong'o leads experienced boxers into finals