Even a minor toothache is painful enough to interfere with your daily routine, and for your children, a toothache can cause extreme stress and discomfort. You want to do everything you can to relieve their pain, and the pediatric dentistry services at Pediatric Dental Group are your solution. Located in Honolulu, HI, Pediatric Dental Group prioritizes the dental hygiene and overall wellbeing of their young patients. If your child is experiencing a toothache, here are a few things you can do about it.

• Natural Pain Relievers: Take a look into your pantry, and you’ll likely find a number of natural ingredients that are also effective pain relievers. Vanilla, almond, peppermint, and lemon extract are all examples. Simply soak a cotton ball in the extract and apply it to the affected tooth or area of the mouth. Combining salt and hot water and then rinsing with or gargling the solution will also offer temporary pain relief.
• Over-The-Counter Pain Relievers: In addition to natural remedies, there are also over-the-counter pain relievers that are effective and safe for children. Ibuprofen (Advil and Motrin) and acetaminophen (Tylenol) will provide your child with temporary relief. Read the bottle for dosage instructions, and remember that just because the pain has stopped, that doesn’t mean the issue has gone away.
• Pediatric Dentistry: Stopping the pain is only half the battle when helping your child overcome a toothache. There is always a reason behind the pain, and you need your child’s dentist to find out what it is before the problem worsens. If the pain lasts for more than 24 hours, schedule an emergency appointment as soon as possible.

There’s nothing worse than seeing your child in pain, but Pediatric Dental Group is standing by to provide your child with the dental care they need. Schedule an appointment by calling (808) 593-8828, or visit their website to learn more about their pediatric dentistry services.