So, I woke up the other day with this awful toothache. It was one of those throbbing pains that just wouldn’t quit. I tried some over-the-counter pain relievers, but they didn’t do much. I was desperate for some relief.

Then I remembered reading somewhere about using tea bags for toothaches. I figured, why not give it a shot? I’m not a huge fan of the usual medicine, so any home remedy is worth a try.

• First, I went to my kitchen and grabbed a peppermint tea bag. I chose peppermint because I read that it has some pain-relieving qualities. Chamomile is also good for its anti-inflammatory effect, but I didn’t have any on hand.
• Next, I boiled some water and steeped the tea bag in it for about five minutes.
• After that, I took the tea bag out and let it cool down a bit. I didn’t want to burn my mouth, you know?
• Once it was cool enough, I placed the tea bag directly on the aching tooth and the surrounding gum area.
• I held it there for about 10-15 minutes. I repeated this process a few times throughout the day.

Did it work?

Honestly, it did provide some temporary relief. The pain was still there, but it was definitely more manageable. I guess the peppermint in the tea bag helped to numb the area a little. It wasn’t a miracle cure, but it made the pain more bearable until I could get to a dentist. It’s better than nothing when you’re in pain and need something quick.

So, if you ever find yourself with a toothache and want to try a natural remedy, give the tea bag method a shot. It might not work wonders, but it could help ease the pain a bit.