Tooth Decay - Home Treatment

Home Treatment

You can take steps at home to relieve pain and swelling in your face and jaw caused by tooth decay.

• Use an ice pack on the outside of your cheek. Do not use heat.
• Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. These include:
  • Aspirin. Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than 20 because of the risk of Reye's syndrome.
  • Acetaminophen, such as Tylenol or Panadol.
  • Ibuprofen, such as Advil or Motrin.
  • Naproxen, such as Aleve or Naprosyn.