Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne pepper is a chili pepper variant that contains capsaicin, which is the substance that gives cayenne pepper its heat. This substance also has analgesic properties, which can help relieve pain.
When applied topically to the site of the toothache, capsaicin works by inhibiting the body’s ability to produce substance P. Substance P is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in pain signals. By inhibiting the production of the substance P, capsaicin can help to reduce the pain associated with toothache. In addition to its analgesic properties, capsaicin also has anti-inflammatory effects. This means it can reduce the swelling and inflammation associated with a toothache.
People can use cayenne pepper to treat a toothache in a few different ways. One option is to make a paste out of cayenne pepper and water and then apply it directly to the site of the toothache with a finger or a cotton swab. Another option is to add 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to one tablespoon of water and swish it around the mouth for 30 seconds before spitting it out.
